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Highlights
- Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the peacefulness of the wilderness.
- Take time to disconnect and discover new things about yourself.
- Experience a breathtaking dark night sky
- Enjoy a sense of accomplishment after successfully navigating trails, setting up camp, and learning new skills.
Tour Description
This trip starts with a 4-mile first day hiking over Castle Pass and down into the valley where the Peter Grubb backcountry hut sits. On day two, we’ll pack up camp and follow the Pacific Crest Trail about five miles to find the spur trail up to Paradise Lake. We will spend the afternoon swimming and relaxing at the lake before enjoying a hearty meal. On the final day, we hike back the same way we came in!
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