"Fletcher has an interesting summit identity dynamic. Most maps identify the southeast peak as Fletcher Peak even though the first bump to the northwest is considered slightly higher. I wonder if there are government records identifying the lower point as the summit. It'd be interesting if the official Fletcher Peak is actually the lower point. I also stopped at Bristlecone/Raintree Peak on the descent, which only requires a slight detour. The route is well-trafficked, and the parking lot was completely full when I left. " — AFFIDAVID • May 30, 2026

"Been wanting to check the ridge from near the top of the last switchback on NLT to see if it would go down to the Cougar Ridge Trail and then to Wildhorse Canyon. It went quite pleasantly for the most part so another new option." — acekelly • May 22, 2026

"Note the western peaklet of Fletcher, exclusive of trees, is at least as high as eastern peaklet. Trees are not included in elevation by the USGS. See first photo for gps data from 3 transits" — hwstock • May 10, 2026

"Never thought I'd be heading to Charleston in March but hey the snow is gone, well almost! Headed to fletcher and found quite a bit of snow on the NE sloop of Bristlecone peak so I stayed on the snow free ridge and stopped at Bristlecone on my way to Fletcher which was also mostly snow free if you stay on the ridge west of the trail. On the descent I didn't mind trudging down through the slush under Bristlecone Peak. Kept my feet cool." — DudeAlmighty • Mar 26, 2026

"Some snowy / icy parts; some totally clear parts. Used microspikes for about 1/4 of the trip, but honestly could've gone without for most of it. Beautiful day, got warm and melty and muddy. Stopped by Raintree, considered going on to Mummy Spring but trail looked little travelled and didn't feel like sinking into the snow. Then was told on the way down there was a 60 ft. frozen waterfall there. Next time! Couldn't find the peak register at Fletcher - probably buried in snow. " — tracyt • Feb 1, 2026

"5.29.25~Teen 10k to 10k touring loop. Laszlo & I led my Teen Daughter Autumn & her pals to NLT Meadow, Raintree Peak, Raintree, Mummy Springs (which was frozen) & Deer Creek. 6.3miles, 1,800’ gain. Laszlo’s patient, kind and calm influence was so helpful to me today. Thank you friend! That 7am start with only 3.5 hrs of sleep was violent to my brain! And I forgot to have coffee. Oy! " — paula.raimondi • May 29, 2025

"First elevation hike of the year. Went up north loop to bristlecone peak, then to Fletcher peak, took the detour over to rain tree, then descended wild horse canyon. Great day to be outdoors. " — maggielynn • May 10, 2025

"Debut hike of the 2025 season! Fletcher via the standard NLT, with a stop at Bristlecone on the descent. Trail is mostly clear of snow, a few crossings here & there which can also be avoided if desired. Can't wait to get back up there!" — DudeAlmighty • Apr 24, 2025

"I went up to North Loop & it wasn't super crowded, so I decided to hike up. I didn't have a set plan, just to go up as far as I could. I was unsure of how much snow was still up there. My knee has been bothering me & this was my first hike at higher elevation since fall. I did really well & even passed a group of 3 in their 20s on the way up. I decided I'd go to Raintree. When I got to the turn off for Fletcher, I decided I'd try it, even though it looked like there was still a lot of snow. It wasn't bad at all & in place where there was deep snow, I stepped in a previous hiker's tracks. Never needed to put on spikes. Made a painting up top & visited Raintree on the way back down. Trotted down the NL trail back to my Jeep. Didn't even realize until I got back to the car that I had been over Bristlecone Peak too (twice- haha!). It's easy to miss! Weather was perfect & I was so glad I did this. I hadn't been to Fletcher in years & hadn't been up NL in many, many years because they get so crowded. Only saw a few people all day! Snow was pretty on all the peaks, but it's melting really fast." — StudioHoodoo • Apr 13, 2025

"8.22.24~ Mummy Mtn (as the crow flies from Deer Creek Hwy), Mummy’s Toe, Mummy Springs, Raintree & Raintree/aka Bristlecone, in that order. 8.5 miles, 4,000’ gain. What a slog. I was 90% protected from the high winds except on the Summits and near saddles where is sounded like a freight train. Great weather. It was chilly if I sat too long. Super peaceful and lonely, just the way I like it." — paula.raimondi • Aug 22, 2024