Beautiful fall hike - Cutthroat Pass via PCT and Blue Lake

Making a last minute plan to do cutthroat pass and blue lake hike. It's one of the best choices for the fall colors and this is perfect time. We may have a colder day tomorrow so bring your warm layers.

Hike Rating : Difficult
Length : 10 + 5 Miles
Elevation Gain : 2000 + 900 feet
Pace: Moderate with microbreaks
Highest Elevation : 7000 ft.
Est. Driving Time from Seattle: 3 Hours one way
TH Location: 48.51797,-120.73335

Detailed hike description:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/cutthroat-pass-via-the-pct
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/blue-lake-trail--7

Meeting time: 6:00 am Greenlake P&R

Whatsapp Group (join for carpool discussions and updates):
https://chat.whatsapp.com/EWyCjFETbotAJ4FwdcV5IW

Carpool Arrangements: Use comments or WhatsApp group to discuss. We will all meet at P&R

Carpool Fees: $35

Safety: While we will look out for each other on the hike please remember that you are ultimately responsible for your own safety so come prepared.

Level of fitness: Please ensure that you are fit enough to join this event and keep up with the group.

Bring the following 10 essentials:
Hiking Boots
Poles (optional)
Headlamp and spare batteries
Water-proof/ wind-resistant Jacket
Layered Clothing
Water
Food
Sunscreen and bug spray
First aid supplies

Parking Permit
NW Forest pass or America the beautiful!

Carpooling
Please carpool to events whenever possible. The high cost of gas and maintaining a vehicle make this a very sensible option for vehicle owners and allows those without a car to get to the events. Please state in your RSVP whether you can offer a ride or need a ride, and where you will be coming from. To promote healthy carpooling culture, NO FREE RIDES PLEASE!
Suggested carpool fees $5/person/hour of driving (for 4+ occupancy), $7/person/hour of driving (for less than 4 occupants). $15 minimum for the trip! Pay additional for difficult/risky/offroad drives as drivers bear the cost of any damage.

Disclaimer
When you RSVP and attend this hike you are accepting that you are fully aware that you are responsible for your own safety. Always be aware of your own physical abilities and go on this hike prepared.