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Backpacking 2019

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CabbyArrant
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Share your goals, photos, stories, plans about backpacking in 2019. Ask gear questions, or anything else; just share the stoke for backpacking.(Backpacking as in camping, not travelling.)

I've recently planned a few short weekend trips now that ski season's over in the lower midwest. In April I'm doing Big Piney Trail in MO and am looking forward to that.

P.S. who else uses Alltrails? It's my favorite app out there.
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theabortionator
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I don't think I'm doing too much this year but hoping to be able to do a few day hikes while In Aus this summer. Will probably squeak in a couple hikes in the fall in the ADK's in the couple of weeks I'm back there.

I generally do day hikes though some longer ones though. Love finding stuff that's 10-25 miles without people or very few people. I've been looking at some gear though. I need to get a new tent, and have seen some pretty good sales. Just kinda strapped for $$ at the moment.
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elcheapo
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I’m definitely going to do some backpacking in the rad wa. Cascades this summer/fall. There’s a lake I haven’t been to since 09 and it’s got fat cut throat trout that bite on the first cast. The lake is 1.5. Miles off trail. And planning on going to another lake that’s off trail thats got Montana blackspot trout. And a killer view of mnt. Daniels. Life is good when you’ve hiked all day got camp set up got a fire going and sipping on some gin or tequila.
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PsychicMigration
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I would like to finish my NH 48 this year, but we shall see.
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JoeF2661
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Plan on doing a lot of backpacking this summer and fall. Going to Montana in May where I can hopefully put a couple days in but hope to get out every weekend here in northern California. Pray my backpacking season goes better then my ski season, didn't get nearly enough says in due to life. I don't like all trails, check out rei hiking project app. Much better.
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JoeF2661
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DummyBearsI would like to finish my NH 48 this year, but we shall see.

What is that?
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PsychicMigration
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JoeF2661What is that?


48, 4000ft peaks in NH.
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theabortionator
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DummyBears48, 4000ft peaks in NH.


Word, we have something similar in NY 46er for the same thing.
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JoeF2661
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theabortionatorWord, we have something similar in NY 46er for the same thing.

I believe California has something like this but it's the 14ers. Really want to tick Shasta off this year but we'll see. The whole getting into shape thing puts me off. Lol
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theabortionator
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JoeF2661I believe California has something like this but it's the 14ers. Really want to tick Shasta off this year but we'll see. The whole getting into shape thing puts me off. Lol


Word I know CO def has a lot of people going for the 14ers. But I think there's like 50 there so that's pretty wild to get. How many does ca have like 10?
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PsychicMigration
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theabortionatorWord, we have something similar in NY 46er for the same thing.


Theres a bunch of New England list besides it. I believe the 100 highest, NE 4000ft club which has a winter club. People get crazy and will do all 48 every season for the year. Every new england states set of 4000ft and then the NE 111, 52 with a view.
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iFlip
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DummyBearsTheres a bunch of New England list besides it. I believe the 100 highest, NE 4000ft club which has a winter club. People get crazy and will do all 48 every season for the year. Every new england states set of 4000ft and then the NE 111, 52 with a view.


Don’t forget gridding. Way more involved than every season. There’s a site that tracks all this.
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JoeF2661
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theabortionatorWord I know CO def has a lot of people going for the 14ers. But I think there's like 50 there so that's pretty wild to get. How many does ca have like 10?


Around 10. I know most of them are in the Sierra's while the crown jewel, Shasta sits alone in the Cascades.
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JoeF2661
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iFlipDon’t forget gridding. Way more involved than every season. There’s a site that tracks all this.

Gridding?
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Dddsz
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I am planning to get huge into backpacking this summer. Did some serious bush-whacking, 25-mile 6,000+ vert day-hikes in SW montana last summer and I would be ecstatic to stretch those trudges into multiple days.

Finally got me a job in Bozeman and don't need to buy any ski gear whatsoever for next season after taking it easy this winter. Going to spend a pretty penny on fresh backpacking gear and plan a big trip later in summer
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iFlip
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JoeF2661Gridding?


Hike each one of the high peaks in each month of the year.
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JoeF2661
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QuaffI am planning to get huge into backpacking this summer. Did some serious bush-whacking, 25-mile 6,000+ vert day-hikes in SW montana last summer and I would be ecstatic to stretch those trudges into multiple days.

Finally got me a job in Bozeman and don't need to buy any ski gear whatsoever for next season after taking it easy this winter. Going to spend a pretty penny on fresh backpacking gear and plan a big trip later in summer


Hell yea. I will be in glacier national Park in May. Not your area but if you are around let me know. Have a place for you to stay.
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meyshbeyg
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Was originally planning to hike all of the Maryland section of the AT right after my exams are done, but I'm working in New Mexico this summer so that's out the window. Been hitting a bunch of 20ish mile loops in Virginia and WV every weekend while its been warm, and I'm probably gonna keep up with that till I get out to NM.
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Bdoobz
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Planning a west coast trail trip. Unfortunately may not happen this year, but a must for the future. Anyone done the full pull on that trail?
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iFlip
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BdoobzPlanning a west coast trail trip. Unfortunately may not happen this year, but a must for the future. Anyone done the full pull on that trail?


A friend did it. It sounds really, really good. It does require a permit (which helps preserve it being an amazing experience by not flooding it with tons of people) so keep that in mind when planning.
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Bdoobz
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iFlipA friend did it. It sounds really, really good. It does require a permit (which helps preserve it being an amazing experience by not flooding it with tons of people) so keep that in mind when planning.


Rad stuff. Most parks in Canada do require some form of permit which is definitely beneficial. I know the WCT has quite a few man made features so I'm sure the fee goes towards that stuff
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elcheapo
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BdoobzPlanning a west coast trail trip. Unfortunately may not happen this year, but a must for the future. Anyone done the full pull on that trail?

I’ve gone from snoqualmie pass to Canada. It’s got more rugged mountains than snoqualmie pass south thru oregon. If your looking for a few weeks hiking on the pct id suggest that section.
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BdoobzPlanning a west coast trail trip. Unfortunately may not happen this year, but a must for the future. Anyone done the full pull on that trail?


I'm doing it this summer, you have to reserve in January and it gets booked up really fast
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Bdoobz
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darticus_primeI'm doing it this summer, you have to reserve in January and it gets booked up really fast


That's good info to know. Should be a rad trip!
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iFlip
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darticus_primeI'm doing it this summer, you have to reserve in January and it gets booked up really fast


Have a great trip!
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JoeF2661
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I really want to do the bigfoot trail in Northern California. Being honest with myself i dont ever see myself doing the PCT or the CDT in the near future but the bigfoot trail takes about a month and hopefully ill be in a better position next year and work out the logistics. My mission this year is another 8 dayer out in the coastal range and a few 3 dayers out in the trinity alps.




These pics were from last year in the yollo bolly's. It was my first BIG backpacking trip.

**This post was edited on Apr 3rd 2019 at 12:47:41pm
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Luckjd26
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Probably not realistic for 2019, but I really want to backpack through the Grand Canyon and other national parks out west!
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PsychicMigration
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Might be hitting tucks this Saturday.
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hill.dale
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DummyBearsMight be hitting tucks this Saturday.[/QUOTE}

If you went, how was the snowpack?
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snowmosexual
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theabortionatorI don't think I'm doing too much this year but hoping to be able to do a few day hikes while In Aus this summer. Will probably squeak in a couple hikes in the fall in the ADK's in the couple of weeks I'm back there.

I generally do day hikes though some longer ones though. Love finding stuff that's 10-25 miles without people or very few people. I've been looking at some gear though. I need to get a new tent, and have seen some pretty good sales. Just kinda strapped for $$ at the moment.


What are some good routes in the dacks that aren't crowded? I've been out west for a bit now and going back to NY I really dont want to see people when I'm camping
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PsychicMigration
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hill.daleMight be hitting tucks this Saturday.[/QUOTE}

If you went, how was the snowpack?


Didn’t end up going 1/16mi view and 50-70mph wind
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theabortionator
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snowmosexualWhat are some good routes in the dacks that aren't crowded? I've been out west for a bit now and going back to NY I really dont want to see people when I'm camping


Depends on where you are. Generally any of the longer hikes or more random hikes arent crowded. There's just sooo much out there. Actually have never hit too bad of crowds in the daks. But i never really do the really popukar stuff in the high peaks.
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Dddsz
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What kind of packs do you guys like for ~2 night trips? Want to know something about them ahead of time so the REI employees are not so condescending.
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Bdoobz
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QuaffWhat kind of packs do you guys like for ~2 night trips? Want to know something about them ahead of time so the REI employees are not so condescending.


I have a 65L pack that I use for shorter trips. May be a bit big for two night by some people standards but it works. I'd say anything around 60L would fit the bill.
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iFlip
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QuaffWhat kind of packs do you guys like for ~2 night trips? Want to know something about them ahead of time so the REI employees are not so condescending.


35-45l, no bigger. There’s a saying in backpacking - no matter how big your pack is, you will fill it. Smaller packs are generally lighter and carry better. I use 55l for most extended trips, and 65l for when I know I will be carrying 5+ days of food and cold weather gear. If you want a one-size-do-all pack, get something around 50-55l.

Source: I have backpacked thousands upon thousands of miles in conditions ranging from the arctic to the desert.
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I really wanna climb mount rainier this summer probably wont't happen this summer tho
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early august i plan on doing a lil road trip of southern oregon before school starts again, check out some of the national parks
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Connor_Sullivan
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DummyBearsDidn’t end up going 1/16mi view and 50-70mph wind


I was in Huntington, not skiing but ice climbing. I can attest to crappy weather
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PsychicMigration
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Connor_SullivanI was in Huntington, not skiing but ice climbing. I can attest to crappy weather


Respect to people who Ice climb I would love to try it.
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_Garagely_
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Did one two night trip in the Beartooths last summer to check out a peak I wanted and it was dope. Hoping I can squeeze in one or two similar trips this summer, either to check out one of the bigger peaks in the interior of the Bob Marshall or for another Beartooth peak. It would be cool to do something in Glacier as well but the permitting system is super shitty though probably necessary.
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JoeF2661
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Been looking at maps and planning the first backpacking trip. 4 days I'm thinking in the north coastal range with hiking partner and his dog. I'm already excited. I love looking at map and planning a route knowing to accomplish it we have to get out there and log some serious mileage I'm some rough terrain.
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I bORK PACK
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RousedWits
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My. Adams summit, then ski down the SW chutes.

Also planning to explore the Wallowas and Anderson Lakes area
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JoeF2661
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Oh snap, might get the chance to climb Mt.Shasta this year if I can swing a few days off and my partner can get some time away to.
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JoeF2661
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Hell yea man. Maybe i'll see you up there one of these days. I'm located about an hour south so I have some things planned on Shasta even if I don't get the opportunity to climb it. Shasta guides posted this today, thought it kinda cool how much snow the mountain got this year.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BwVKR_2pk9u/
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