This is an C level Mazama Hike that occurs in a wilderness area. C level hikes are difficult or strenuous hikes with either over 15 miles in distance or over 3,000 feet elevation gain. C level hikes require you to apply; once you apply you will receive an email within a few days letting you know if you have been accepted onto the hike.

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Activity Notes

The trail was originally called the Gumjuwac Saddle Trail and was built before 1920. It was abandoned in the mid-20th century but was restored in the 1970s.  We can expect a few downed trees to crawl over and maybe a little overgrowth on the trail. This will be an adventurous loop! 

This is a longer loop hike through the Badger Creek Wilderness area. We'll start at the Gumjuwac trailhead and head up the saddle on trail #480.  We'll take the Badger Creek cut off #477 towards the junction of Divide Trail #458 and the Flag Mountain cut off trail.  If there is time, we can head to Flag Mountain.  We then head on to the Divide Trail #458 to Lookout Mountain (6532') to soak in beautiful views of Jefferson, Hood and Adams before returning back to the trailhead.  

This longer hike will be approximately 16-17 miles and approximately 4500 elevation gain. 

  

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