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  • Middle Teton Climb - Mid-August, in minimal snow

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    near Beaver Creek, Wyoming (United States)
    Author
    Chatterbox
    Distance
    7.50mi
    Elevation +
    246f
    TrailRank
    99| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofMiddle Teton Climb - Mid-August, in minimal snow Photo ofMiddle Teton Climb - Mid-August, in minimal snow Photo ofMiddle Teton Climb - Mid-August, in minimal snow

    This route up the Middle Teton in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, was recorded on the descent. The ascent, broken by an overnight stay at the base of the South Fork, took just over 8 hours for a marginally fit father...

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    Very good information and nice photos. Thanks.
    José Rolo de Sousa
    Cool trip and great info. Thanks for sharing! --Icelander
    Northern Mountaineer

  • [SMC] Mt Shasta - Casaval Ridge

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Howard, California (United States)
    Author
    officialposer
    Distance
    10.27mi
    Elevation +
    7349f
    TrailRank
    75| Rating 5.0
    Photo of[SMC] Mt Shasta - Casaval Ridge Photo of[SMC] Mt Shasta - Casaval Ridge Photo of[SMC] Mt Shasta - Casaval Ridge

    MT. SHASTA CASAVAL RIDGE. This route is one of the most prominent and striking features on the south side of Mt. Shasta with Avalanche Gulch on the east side and Cascade Gulch on the west side. Many climbers rate this ro...

    The best view is when you can get up there in time to see the shadow of the mountain. That is impressive.
    Dana H.
    Another nice trail.
    José Rolo de Sousa

  • Devils Peak

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Spruce (historical), California (United States)
    Author
    Allan_R
    Distance
    5.67mi
    Elevation +
    1578f
    TrailRank
    66| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDevils Peak Photo ofDevils Peak Photo ofDevils Peak

    A half day hike to a really cool summit in the Soda Spring area, near Donner Pass. The rock itself is a "volcanic plug", which is revealed as the surrounding terrain erodes. This peak can be climbed in both summer and wi...

    Great views of Long Lake and the surrounding smaller lakes, distant views of mountains in the background with one impres...
    Moonshinedf

  • Emerald Lake, Timpanogos, Montañas Wasatch - Utah USA

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Aspen Grove, Utah (United States)
    Author
    Familia Barquero
    Distance
    10.66mi
    Elevation +
    3504f
    TrailRank
    60| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofEmerald Lake, Timpanogos, Montañas Wasatch - Utah USA Photo ofEmerald Lake, Timpanogos, Montañas Wasatch - Utah USA Photo ofEmerald Lake, Timpanogos, Montañas Wasatch - Utah USA

    In July of 2012 we had the opportunity of visiting several national parks in the Western US, in the states of Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, Arizona and Nevada. These parks were grandiose nature reserves, surprising because of...

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  • Kumiva Peak, NV

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Empire, Nevada (United States)
    Author
    officialposer
    with rstolting
    Distance
    4.13mi
    Elevation +
    3215f
    TrailRank
    56| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofKumiva Peak, NV Photo ofKumiva Peak, NV Photo ofKumiva Peak, NV

    Just south of Black Rock Desert, NV is Kumiva Peak. This mountain is the highest point in the Selenite Range. Link: -http://www.peakbagger.com/peak.aspx?pid=3326 -http://thebrewoffearlessness.wordpress.com/tag/kum...

    Some good pics and info following the link. Thanks for sharing.
    José Rolo de Sousa

  • [SMC] Mt Shasta Casaval Ridge / West Face Variation

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    near Howard, California (United States)
    Author
    officialposer
    Distance
    7.72mi
    Elevation +
    7372f
    TrailRank
    51| Rating 4.0
    Photo of[SMC] Mt Shasta Casaval Ridge / West Face Variation Photo of[SMC] Mt Shasta Casaval Ridge / West Face Variation Photo of[SMC] Mt Shasta Casaval Ridge / West Face Variation

    April 26 - 27, 2013 SMC (Sierra Mountaineering Club) ascended Mt. Shasta via Casaval Ridge, however since the catwalk and hourglass were already melted out for the season we traversed to climber's left to finshed our att...

    Nice trail and video.
    José Rolo de Sousa

  • Mt Whitney - Mountaineers Route

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Whitney Portal, California (United States)
    Author
    officialposer
    Distance
    10.31mi
    Elevation +
    6860f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofMt Whitney - Mountaineers Route Photo ofMt Whitney - Mountaineers Route Photo ofMt Whitney - Mountaineers Route

    The trail starts on the standard route but after about 3/4 mile it branches off at North Fork of Lone Pine Creek and follows the creek to the Boy Scout Lakes. We stopped for a break at Lower Boy Scout Lake before continu...

  • Summerland, Panhandle Gap, Banshee Peak, Owyhigh Lakes Loop

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    near Sunrise, Washington (United States)
    Author
    penguino
    Distance
    14.35mi
    Elevation +
    4380f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofSummerland, Panhandle Gap, Banshee Peak, Owyhigh Lakes Loop Photo ofSummerland, Panhandle Gap, Banshee Peak, Owyhigh Lakes Loop Photo ofSummerland, Panhandle Gap, Banshee Peak, Owyhigh Lakes Loop

    This is a moderate hike if done at the right time of the year but can be very difficult if done early or late since it requires crossing the Sarvant Glacier and crossing talus fields. Too early and the cornice onto the g...

  • Bluebird lake, RMNP, CO USA, June 2014

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    near Allenspark, Colorado (United States)
    Author
    omriqo1
    with fnarad
    Distance
    14.04mi
    Elevation +
    2648f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofBluebird lake, RMNP, CO USA, June 2014 Photo ofBluebird lake, RMNP, CO USA, June 2014 Photo ofBluebird lake, RMNP, CO USA, June 2014

    Long but rewarding climb to a large mountain lake surrounded by snowy peaks and wonderful scenary. The trail goes through Ouzel lake and Ouzel waterfall. In mid June the trail was covered with heavy snow (walkable) from...

  • Mt Rainier DC route 2015

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Nisqually Vista, Washington (United States)
    Author
    officialposer
    Distance
    17.10mi
    Elevation +
    9039f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofMt Rainier DC route 2015 Photo ofMt Rainier DC route 2015 Photo ofMt Rainier DC route 2015

    We couldn't see the condition of the glaciers on our way up in the dark, but we got a hint of it from the number of ladders that RMI had installed – about 7 of them – in places where it was impractical to do an end run a...

  • Arizona - Green Valley - Elephant Head

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Madera Canyon, Arizona (United States)
    Author
    Efmer
    Distance
    5.60mi
    Elevation +
    1762f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofArizona - Green Valley - Elephant Head Photo ofArizona - Green Valley - Elephant Head Photo ofArizona - Green Valley - Elephant Head

    A scenic hike up to Elephant Head. It's quite a difference from Madera Canyon close by. Cacti and Ocotillo, best hiked in April. The trail head is on the other side of the parking, a bit back along the road. It is ...

  • Longs Peak key hole route

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    near Meeker Park, Colorado (United States)
    Author
    Mountain Man
    Distance
    8.18mi
    Elevation +
    5650f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofLongs Peak key hole route Photo ofLongs Peak key hole route Photo ofLongs Peak key hole route

    Car to car. Ice storm on way down just below the Trough. Cold rain storm fro m Hut at Keyhole to Goblin forest. Very wet and cold hard day. Had fun tho.

  • Red Lake Peak and Stevens Peak via Crater Lake 2011-10-28

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    near Sorensens, California (United States)
    Author
    NevadaRambler
    Distance
    6.61mi
    Elevation +
    2707f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofRed Lake Peak and Stevens Peak via Crater Lake 2011-10-28 Photo ofRed Lake Peak and Stevens Peak via Crater Lake 2011-10-28 Photo ofRed Lake Peak and Stevens Peak via Crater Lake 2011-10-28

    Loop hike from Crater Lake to Red Lake Peak and Stevens Peak. Trailhead is at the on the Crater Lake 4wd road off of California Hwy 88, Hope Valley east of Carson Pass. Mostly cross-country hiking route includes steep se...

  • Mount Katahdin

    Alpine Climbing
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    near New City, Maine (United States)
    Author
    rickys63
    Distance
    9.64mi
    Elevation +
    4131f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofMount Katahdin Photo ofMount Katahdin Photo ofMount Katahdin

    Co-hikers Greg, Evon, and Jamie. Route: Roaring Brook Campground to Helon Taylor Trail, Knife Edge, Baxter Peak, Saddle Trail, Chimney Pond Trail.

  • Mt Hood

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    near Government Camp, Oregon (United States)
    Author
    Mehmet E. Yavuz
    Distance
    7.12mi
    Elevation +
    5390f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofMt Hood Photo ofMt Hood Photo ofMt Hood

    Ice axe (two would be better), helmet and crampons are absolutely needed. We didn't have ice pickets but descending from the very top would be easier and safer with ice pickets.

  • Half Dome

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Curry Village, California (United States)
    Author
    V Ivanov
    Distance
    14.64mi
    Elevation +
    5161f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofHalf Dome Photo ofHalf Dome Photo ofHalf Dome

    Quick scramble up to and down from Half Dome, following the continuation of the Mist and Nevada trails; started at 1600hrs and finished at c. 2300hrs. The only challenging part is the cables at Half Dome. Notes: ...

  • Red Lake Peak

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    near Kirkwood, California (United States)
    Author
    Allan_R
    Distance
    5.13mi
    Elevation +
    1775f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofRed Lake Peak Photo ofRed Lake Peak Photo ofRed Lake Peak

    The hike to Red Lake Peak is not very long, but it can be difficult. You soon leave the PCT, and hike directly up the west side of the mountain. Don't be fooled by the first ridgetop you see, you have to go around this, ...

  • Mt. Dade

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Scheelite, California (United States)
    Author
    Allan_R
    Distance
    11.68mi
    Elevation +
    4209f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofMt. Dade Photo ofMt. Dade Photo ofMt. Dade

    The epic climb of Mt. Dade! A fantastic mountaineering adventure, Mt. Dade is one of the best experiences I've had climbing in the Sierra. An easy warm up hike, followed by some off-trail hiking, followed by a 1,000-foot...

  • Mt. Abbot Climb

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    near Scheelite, California (United States)
    Author
    Allan_R
    Distance
    10.62mi
    Elevation +
    4012f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofMt. Abbot Climb Photo ofMt. Abbot Climb Photo ofMt. Abbot Climb

    A climb of Mt. Abbot, an SPS Emblem Peak. A long day out of Little Lakes Valley, early season, most everything was covered in snow above Mills Lake. The snow slope is not as long or hard as Mt. Dade, but the transition t...

  • Shangri-La and Iceberg Lake Loop - Glacier National Park

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    near Swiftcurrent, Montana (United States)
    Author
    NDjason
    Distance
    9.54mi
    Elevation +
    2336f
    TrailRank
    31

    Off-trail hike to make a loop out of the Iceberg Lake Trail in the Many Glacier region of Glacier National Park. The loop starts from the Swiftcurrent Pass trailhead in the Swiftcurrent Camp Store parking lot. Start out ...

  • Mackay, Idaho - USGS Peak

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    near Mackay, Idaho (United States)
    Author
    rjodra
    Distance
    10.26mi
    Elevation +
    5325f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofMackay, Idaho - USGS Peak Photo ofMackay, Idaho - USGS Peak Photo ofMackay, Idaho - USGS Peak

    USGS did not hit the 12,000 feet mark by a hair. But it is an enormous mountain, with more prominence than other 12'rs So few people climb it and the summit offers fantastic views. The route is class 3, and if the pla...

  • Mt. Rainier - Emmons Glacier Route Direct - June 2010

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Nisqually Vista, Washington (United States)
    Author
    gdufour1
    Distance
    8.45mi
    Elevation +
    105f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofMt. Rainier - Emmons Glacier Route Direct - June 2010 Photo ofMt. Rainier - Emmons Glacier Route Direct - June 2010 Photo ofMt. Rainier - Emmons Glacier Route Direct - June 2010

    This was the route I took from the Summit at Columbia Crest all the way to the White River Parking lot. This was done 06/20/2010. Coniditons were near whiteout most of the time, and we had to rely on following our tracks...

  • Mount Shuksan via Sulphide Glacier Route

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Boundary, Washington (United States)
    Author
    Robelop
    Distance
    13.38mi
    Elevation +
    5335f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofMount Shuksan via Sulphide Glacier Route Photo ofMount Shuksan via Sulphide Glacier Route Photo ofMount Shuksan via Sulphide Glacier Route

    This route is better to do it in two days. We didn't have time so we tried to get the highest we could in just a day. We started on the Shannon Ridge Trail head early in the morning. The first part of the trail is by th...

  • Radio Control Tower

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Petersville, Alaska (United States)
    Author
    Robelop
    Distance
    3.90mi
    Elevation +
    1562f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofRadio Control Tower Photo ofRadio Control Tower Photo ofRadio Control Tower

    We started on our camp site and started walking through the glacier to Radio Control Tower. We started climbing by the northern slop until we reached the ridge. We continued by the ridge until the summit, some times the ...

  • Preacher Mountain

    Alpine Climbing
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    near Nordrum (historical), Washington (United States)
    Author
    penguino
    Distance
    10.75mi
    Elevation +
    4062f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofPreacher Mountain Photo ofPreacher Mountain Photo ofPreacher Mountain

    Great weather, perfect snow conditions. Hit route from Rainy Lk just right and actually found a faint trail for much of the way.. 9hrs 20 min RT with a lot of time on the summit. NOTE: The first mile or two of this track...

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