953 m away
Gotcha Peak & Gott Peak via Blowdown
A difficult day hike to summit both Gott and Gotcha Peak by way of Blowdown Pass.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
Epic PNW Hikes: Gotcha / Gott Peak
Bag 3 peaks in a day if you camp at the base of the glacier!
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.7 km
- High Point
- 2.5 km
- Gradient
- 22˚
This 12.2 km out-and-back trail is great for backpacking & camping with amazing views at base camp. The trailhead is located just past the 10 km mark at the fork up Blowdown Pass FSR.
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Description
Camping at the base of the glacier by the Stein Valley Park boundary will put you in a good spot to bag Gotcha, Gott & Not Gott Peak all in one day!
Dogs: YES, this is a dog friendly trail, but the scrambling may involve carrying your dog up some steeper sections!
NOTE: Bears are common in this area.
CAUTION: Keep an eye on wildfires in the area so as to not get caught in one inadvertently as this area is in a very active fire region.
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Historical
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Dog friendly
- Wild flowers
- Water features
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