what you need to know before backpacking RAE LAKES LOOP

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It's challening!

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water: fresh water available

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wildlife: be aware of bears

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wildlife: be aware of bears

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campfires: not permitted

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Length : how many days do you need?

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permits : do you need a permit to hike?

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what trailhead do you start at?

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what trailhead should you take?

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where do you park?

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what you need to know before backpacking RAE LAKES LOOP

It's challening!

water: fresh water available

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Chemical Free Protection from : all waterborne pathogens (virus, Bacteria, Protozoan Cysts) Purifies : heavy metals, chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, and microplastics.

wildlife: be aware of bears

wildlife: be aware of bears

campfires: not permitted

jetboil

Length : how many days do you need?

permits : do you need a permit to hike?

what trailhead do you start at?

what trailhead should you take?

where do you park?

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