Distance
2.9 mi to summit
12.8 mi total
Elevation
2,313 ft start
5,378 ft max
Vertical
3,736 ft gain
Time
1 hr 54 min to summit
8 hr 24 min total
The south roads are still negotiable by a vehicle with about 7" clearance, AND careful driving. The recent rains have washed away the tracks, and left a rocky surface with some new washouts. LOOK BEFORE YOU CHARGE AHEAD in your vehicle. The ridge between 5354 and Muddy HiPt was 'interesting.' The bad news: Gale HiPt has just 197' prominence. The good news: Gale HiPt has just 197' prominence, so if you take this route, you won't have to loose that much elevation.