Distance

6.1 mi to summit

13.6 mi total

Elevation

3,422 ft start

8,848 ft max

Vertical

5,488 ft gain

Time

4 hr 33 min to summit

8 hr 47 min total

Early season ascent via the standard route. Snow on most of route from Stuart Lake Trailhead. Firm snow conditions made for easy travel the entire way, snowshoes were not needed.

Route name

Dragontail Peak 13.6 mi route

out-and-back
Obstacles

snow on route

Key gear

ice axe, crampons