Distance

10.5 mi total

Elevation

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Vertical

3,000 ft gain

Time

5 hr 37 min total

A use trail descends from Mount Hawkins along the ridge past several downed trees and rocky outcroppings. This was much different that the easy ascents of Throop Peak and Mount Hawkins earlier. The approach is rather straightforward, follow the descending ridge. I could tell that there was a high point at the end of the ridge but it was difficult to see due to trees blocking the view. Naturally, the descent was rather quick although I lost the use trail for a few moments on more than one occasion. The summit had a register inside the pile of rocks marking the summit. Only a few people have been there so far this year. Great views of all the Hawkins Peaks to the west. To the east, views of Mt Baden-Powell and a similar ridge to the one I was on leading to Ross Mountain. Climbing back up was steep in a few spots but not too bad (I hate upside down hikes). Another great day in the mountains!

Route name

Ridge from Mount Hawkins

out-and-back
Obstacles

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Key gear

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