This hike will be done on a section of the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail) in the beautiful Gifford Pinchot National Forest and will include a loop trail (Whistle Punk Trail #59), an interpretive trail that tells the story of forest management from a historical perspective. The hike begins at the intersection of Forest Road #68 and the PCT.

Plans are to begin the hike 9:00 a.m. the intersection of Forest Road #68 and the PCT, north of Carson, WA. Lunch will be provided at the end of the hike. All participants will practice LNT (Leave No Trace) hiking.

To make reservations at the Panther Creek Campground: Campsites on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest are available for advanced reservation through the National Recreation Reservation Service or Call Toll Free 1-877-444-6777. Note that this is a holiday weekend, so if you want to camp, you should make a reservation soon.

Entry Fee:
$15 per dog for CGSMDC Members
$20 per dog for Non-Members

Sign up online or click here to view the printable application.

Dogs are required to be weighed by the handlers' veterinarian office staff within 7 days of the hike date. The handler must provide, on veterinarian office stationary, the dog's name, weight, date and staff signature prior to the start of the hike.

Not ready for a 10 mile hike, or your dog is not ready to carry the minimum weight? No problem. You can join us from the beginning or half way through. Contact me for more information on entry points to the hike.

Contact Laura D. Machado de Wright at mmwldw@comcast.net or
(425) 898-8618 if you have any questions.

See you in the trails!