Haffner Creek approach is even worse than most people describe: a pure purgatory in 30C heat. The scramble itself has 2 short upper moderate sections (Class 3 terrain). The optional descent gully off Beatrice is right now choked with snow - ice-axe and a traction device recommended. I planned to ascend Stanley Peak as well but realized that the hanging valley between Beatrice and Stanley has no water. Running short on water, I beat a hasty retreat down to Haffner Creek.