Re: Training hikes - Mt. Si in WA state
Hi Lynn,
You are climbing at a rate of 825 ft/mile, while South Kaibab averages out to be 759 ft/mile. South Kaibab is longer and with a greater elevation...
Shannon 2010-08-25 20:55:28 #62160
Re: do I need bug spray on hermit creek trail?
I've never carried any bug spray on any GC backpacking trip and have never regretted not carrying it. Just extra useless weight that is better served by...
mowcowbell 2010-08-25 19:00:44 #62159
Re: Phantom Canyon - Utah Flats
Traci
I remember hearing a saying that I think covers what you said. What I remember is the trail is long on miles and were short on daylight. Something to...
PhilG 2010-08-25 17:59:24 #62158
Re: Phantom Canyon - Utah Flats
Hi Shannon,
If your based near Cottonwood campground, it would be impossible to connect
a day hike using the Utah Flats route and
getting back to Cottonwood...
Tracey W 2010-08-25 17:20:57 #62157
Re: do I need bug spray on hermit creek trail?
That's sure funny but there's no excuse for any unpleasant camp if there's any sensible alternate. I have enough personal experiences to advance a solid...
DougN 2010-08-25 13:55:48 #62156
Phantom Canyon - Utah Flats
Hi all,
In April, my husband and I had the opportunity to check out a bit of the route from BAC up to the Utah Flats... We made it to just below Piano Alley...
Shannon 2010-08-25 13:26:25 #62155
Re: do I need bug spray on hermit creek trail?
John is exactly right on this one.
I've got more than seven years below the rim, bugs are seldom a problem. Can't say I have any reason to think that bug...
driftersmith 2010-08-25 11:36:00 #62154
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