Just realized I was wrong about the whole 'no permits needed' thing for the Enchantments

Back in 2015, a buddy told me you could just show up for the core zone and get a walk-up permit easy. We tried that for three years straight and always got turned away at the Leavenworth ranger station. Finally bit the bullet and entered the lottery last winter, scored a date for this August. The whole process felt like a hassle, but having a guaranteed spot changed the whole trip. Anyone else have a route they only got to do after finally playing by the rules?

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wendyprice22d agoMost Upvoted

My old man swore by iodine tablets for years before I tried a filter.

rowan65824d ago

Ever wonder how many other "common knowledge" backpacking tips are actually just outdated info?

the_viola24d ago

Start by watching people still carrying those massive external frame packs because someone told them it's better for their back. Half the stuff in a typical first aid kit is useless weight, like those giant gauze pads for a wound you'd need a bear attack to get. People still swear by breaking in boots for months when modern ones don't need it. The old advice is just heavy, literally.