Gary Knowels
Active Member
I had major knee surgery in September and have done a pretty good job with rehab. I'm cleared to do anything I can physically handle. This summer I am planning to do some longer backpacking trips and need to get back into shape. I'm looking for trails that I can hike during the winter to start building my endurance and strength back up. I've been searching WTA and looking at road closures for access. I have a few trails in mind, but thought some of y'all might also have some ideas for me.
My last hike was Dry Creek (Lake Cushman) 8 miles and 1400 feet of gain.
I'm looking for 5-10 miles with 1000-2000 feet of gain right now and will work to add distance, gain, and difficulty in the coming months.
I'm not opposed to hiking on snow, I have microspikes, poles, good boots, gaiters. I am not looking for a snowshoe. I drive a FWD vehicle with decent ground clearance so roads will need to be in relatively good shape and not with a ton of snow.
Lastly, I'm looking within about 2 hours drive of Tacoma.
Thanks in advance!
My last hike was Dry Creek (Lake Cushman) 8 miles and 1400 feet of gain.
I'm looking for 5-10 miles with 1000-2000 feet of gain right now and will work to add distance, gain, and difficulty in the coming months.
I'm not opposed to hiking on snow, I have microspikes, poles, good boots, gaiters. I am not looking for a snowshoe. I drive a FWD vehicle with decent ground clearance so roads will need to be in relatively good shape and not with a ton of snow.
Lastly, I'm looking within about 2 hours drive of Tacoma.
Thanks in advance!