Meet at Sol-Duc trailhead. We hike 3.8 miles to lovely llamas-only camp in a meadow near Deer Lake. Day 1 we see 1,950 feet elevation gain and 180 feet loss.
Mt Olympus / High Divide
Overview
Join us as we traverse the High Divide Trail with stops at Deer Lake, Cat Basin and Sol Duc Falls. This trip offers panoramic views of Mount Olympus, the Seven Lakes Basin, the Hoh River Valley, and more. Alpine wildflowers are good all summer long and will vary depending on our elevation.
Itinerary
On Day 2 we connect with the High Divide Trail and traverse east. A short side trail tops out on the summit of Bogachiel Peak at 5,474’ (a high elevation for this coastal range), with panoramic views of Mount Olympus, the Seven Lakes Basin, the Hoh River Valley, and more. Alpine wildflowers are good all summer long and will vary depending on our elevation. We hike 6.3 miles to Heart Lake, then go 3 more miles to a large, distinctivly alpine camp in Cat Basin. Total distance 9 miles with 2500 feet elevation gain and 1300 feet loss.
On Day 3 we hike 5 miles to Horse Head, which includes ascending 800 feet and then descending 1,800 feet to camp. This camp is a shady, cozy spot along the Sol Duc river.
On the final day, we descend toward the lower valleys and home. Switchbacks take us rapidly down to the Sol Duc River. Then a pleasant walk through the moss-covered river valley, with one last stop at dramatic Sol Duc Falls before returning to the vehicles in the afternoon. Distance is 6 miles with 500 feet elevation gain and 1700 feet loss.
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What can I expect for meals?
We strive to provide exceptional meals in the backcountry. We can customize the menu for your group. All dietary requests must be made at least 2 weeks before the trip. Pescatarian, and dairy-free are easily accommodated. Vegan and gluten-free are available individually through commercial dried dinners with fresh additives that we will bring.
- For dinners, expect fresh meats and fish, steamed vegetables, salad, fresh bread and dessert baked in Dutch ovens when fire danger is low.
- Lunches include wraps with fresh meats and cheese, as well as fresh fruit. Snacks include a selection of energy bars or similar items.
- A fancy breakfast is standard fare on the layover day on the 3-day trip, sometimes with fresh coffee cake if fire danger allows.
What should I bring?
The llamas carry 30 lbs of personal gear per person, including the provided tent and sleeping pad (4 to 6 lbs). If your gear exceeds 30 lbs, you’ll need to carry the excess. We recommend avoiding this so you can enjoy the treat of backcountry travel with just a light day pack containing snacks, raingear, and anything else you may need while hiking. Feel free to call us before the trip to help you pare down.
- Day pack
- Rain gear
- Sleeping bag
- Warm clothes
- Hat
- Trekking poles
- Light shoes to wear in camp
- Flashlight
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Medications