K'esugi Ridge Multiday Backpacking Tour

Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness. K'esugi Ridge is not an easy hike! However, this tour can be completed by someone who has never backpacked. You will need to train, and condition before setting out on the trail with us. We will be traveling 29.2 miles from Little Coal trailhead to Byer’s Lake with additional mileage for securing campsites and any extra day trips we pursue. There is considerable elevation gain over the duration of the hike, estimated at anywhere between 8,000 to 9,000 feet depending on the activities we pursue (think about climbing more than 800 flights of stairs over the duration of the hike).. Possible scrambling and limited exposure hazards.. Poor trail conditions and harsh weather.. In general, you should be able to balance well and travel about 1.5 mph with a 35 lb. pack. for an extended period of time. On average we will travel anywhere between 5-8 hours per day.. We have a questionnaire that will help you, and us, identify whether this is a good trip for you to attempt. We will provide a survey to you before or after booking. All members of your party must complete a survey (please and thank you)!. Participation waiver signature required before departing