Distance

4.7 mi to summit

9.5 mi total

Elevation

2,559 ft start

Vertical

3,114 ft gain

Time

3 hr 52 min to summit

7 hr 8 min total

We took a very direct south ridge ascent route up to Peak 5354 first and then traversed the ridge line between there and Muddy Mountains Highpoint. The ridge line connection has a couple of interesting, challenging spots to ascend and descend but overall a very scenic, fun route. You will need to make a couple of high Class 3 (maybe low Class 4) moves on the traverse. There are a lot of up and downs on the routes. The descent route was similar to some that I have seen done, but we chose to go a little more direct at one point. The more direct route meant that we had to climb up and over a ridge crossing may shallow washes on the way up. It was an extremely windy day and very cold, so we wanted to take the most direct route back to the cars. I will post a track. Notes about the track: We drove farther up the wash than maybe we should have. The route will have some exposure and climbing that you may or may not be comfortable with. If you use the track, use it for directional purposes only.











Route to summit

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