Distance

7.1 mi to summit

16.7 mi total

Elevation

7,440 ft start

11,910 ft max

Vertical

4,666 ft gain

Time

5 hr 30 min to summit

9 hr 30 min total

We got started a bit later than we had hoped. The trail was pretty good and the weather cooperated. There was a gentle breeze on the summit. There were a few icy patches on the trail, but these did not represent much of a problem. I would recommend traction for those that will still do it this year. We took a bit of time to get up, and spend the last half hour or so in the dark getting back to the car. We had also talked about doing Griffith's, but there was no time or desire to tag this on the way back. Pretty good and pretty big day.

Route name

South Loop Trail

out-and-back
Obstacles

no water source, snow on route

Key gear

trekking poles