Re: 14 Night Permit
Yes, it is straight forward. With a little route finding you pick your way up the ridge as you gain altitude. Stay on the flat ridge until it starts to...
Donald 2010-02-08 20:12:41 #59827

Re: Bill Hall trailhead access
At this point in time, it's still anybody's call; although this year's trend tends to somewhat resemble 2005, when nobody was able to drive out there until...
dNally 2010-02-08 17:30:28 #59826

Bill Hall trailhead access
Received a permit for a 7 day trip for the Thunder River/Deer Creek loop. Wondering about access via the forest service roads for an April 11th start date....
Ken 2010-02-08 16:50:44 #59825

Transportation to South Bass Trailhead
Hey Folks, My father and I both have extensive GC backpacking experience, but our plan for this year's trip is logistically challenging. We're planning a...
mrmagik_2001 2010-02-08 16:49:04 #59824

Re: Upper portion of Tanner, current conditions
I suspect crampons (or my preference YakTracs) will be needed at least on the upper reaches of BA during your exit. Likely to still be somewhat icy up there...
Phil L 2010-02-08 11:10:46 #59823

Re: 14 Night Permit
I agree -- take the short route into 94-mile. It is a little exposed, but not bad. We either handed down or lowered packs in a couple of places, but...
Bob Bordasch 2010-02-08 10:48:46 #59822

Re: 14 Night Permit
Donald, For the route to Evan's Butte do we basically get to the Tuna/Flint saddle, go directly West to gain Sagitarius Ridge, and then follow the ridge NW...
Wade 2010-02-08 10:43:23 #59821

Re: 14 Night Permit
Andrew, Is the route fairly straightforward up to Shiva Temple just following the ridge up from the Saddle? Any route tips for the climb? We were also...
Wade 2010-02-08 10:32:19 #59820

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