A quick jaunt up Hamilton Mountain

Saturday morning is our best change to hike in a little sun? Let's do a quick jaunt up Hamilton Mountain for a lollipop loop hike. We will hike at a fairly good pace so please make sure you are willing and able to keep up. It will be muddy and we may get a little rain so dress accordingly.

We will meet at Gateway Transit Center and carpool over, unless you wish to meet at the trailhead, you can put this in comments.

https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Hamilton_mountain_loop_hike

https://parks.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2023-03/BeaconRockStatePark_HamiltonMountainTrailhead_03.02.2023.pdf

https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Skamania&state=WA&site=PQR&textField1=45.6173&textField2=-122.042&e=0

Total distance: roughly 8 miles round trip
Elevation change: roughly 2100 Ft.
Time to Complete: 4 hours depending upon group pace
Rating: moderate to difficult
Permit: https://www.discoverpass.wa.gov
Transportation: carpool at Gateway Transit Center or meet at the TH
Driving Distance: 70 miles RT
CARPOOLING: We will meet at Gateway Transit Center to carpool. Drivers should be paid 10 cents per mile. no one will be turned away if unable to pay.

My Style:
I normally hike at a pace of 2.5-3 mph depending on terrain, keeping safety as a priority while managing to have some fun along the way. There will be photo opportunities, and snack/water breaks as needed.

Necessities:
Please make sure you bring the ten essentials+ (see below).
Ten Essentials:

1. Navigation ( map, compass, awareness of route)
2. Sun protection-sunscreen and glasses
3. Insulation ( extra clothing, layers)
4. Illumination (headlamp or flashlight, extra batteries)
5. First aid supplies
6. fire (waterproof matches, lighter, candles)
7. Knife, tools
8. Nutrition (extra food)
9. Hydration (extra water)
10. Emergency whistle
11. Rain Gear

Please understand that you are responsible for your safety and preparedness, know your abilities and limitations. My goal is to get everyone through the hike without injury, but this requires you to know your limits. If we do this, we will have an amazing day.