Top of the Rockies
| Peak Summited | 2020 Mount Elbert |
|---|---|
| Type of Hike | Day hike |
| Trailhead | North Mount Elbert Trailhead |
| Encountered | Wildflowers blooming |
| Road Conditions | Road rough but passable |
| Bug Status | Bugs were an annoyance |
| Snow Conditions | Snow free |
| Trail Conditions | Trail in good condition |
What a climb! This one is a bit of a grind but is doable. No need for scrambling, spikes, or anything at this time of year.
Bugs were a bit annoying below the treeline so bring your bug spray if you want to stop for anything. They didn't bother me when I was moving.
Weather was mostly good, although some storm clouds rolled in when I was at the summit and dropped a bit of rain and hail for about 10-20 minutes. No lightning thankfully.
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