mount Charleston

We had encountered a lot of cold wind over short leg returning from Griffith peak, until we returned about 10am to saddle point on South

Not an easy hike. Gained over 3500 feet in just 4 miles. Direct out and back route.

We took a mountaineers route (alternate route) to the peak visiting other peaks in the area.  Group hike and had a bunch of fun.  Clouds

This was my second time doing this climb, we parked at the north loop lot and walked over to the south loop to start. We

Started my hike at Charleston South Loop at 5:00 am with the group today. It was still nice and cool.  Since it's my first time

Tom Hawley held a potluck at the top of Mt. Charleston every year.  He passed away last year at age 60 after hiking the peak