Distance

4.6 mi to summit

11.9 mi total

Elevation

8,289 ft start

10,865 ft max

Vertical

3,682 ft gain

Time

2 hr 7 min to summit

5 hr 41 min total

After years of looking south and seeing the highest peaks in the Tahoe region dominating the skyline, I finally stopped making excuses (e.g., too far to drive, not enough time, eating a donut, etc.). Today was the day!

All went well except underestimated how much water to bring. Up above treeline, it was hot and hardly any shade. I knew this going in, but I drained my 2 Nalgenes way too early. Aborted attempt on South Jobs (Steve?) as dehydration started to dog me. All in all, a must-do loop in Tahoe, but be prepared for a big day with no water source most of the way.

Obstacles

no info yet

Key gear

no info yet

Other peaks climbed on this trip

puddlepirate

I think I'm going to try the loop at the end of the month.

scott

go for it! note road in kinda rough, gingerly made it to TH without 4WD though