Whetstone Ridge To Twin Lakes Trail - 1 member in 1 triplog has rated this an average 2 ( 1 to 5 best )
|
| | | |
| |
|
| Hiking | 18.05 Miles |
4,193 AEG |
| | Hiking | 18.05 Miles | 9 Hrs 35 Mns | | 1.88 mph |
| 4,193 ft AEG | | 8 LBS Pack | | |
|
|
| |
| Linked |
|
none
[ show ]
| no linked trail guides |
| Partners |
|
none
[ show ]
| no partners | | Started from Whetstone Ridge Trailhead, only 1 other car in the gravel lot. Temps in the mid/upper 70s and sunny.
Followed Whetstone Ridge out to the Twin Lakes trail junction. From there I headed south and skirted around the east side of Battle Ax Mountain. After reaching the 4x4 rd above Elk Lake I headed west over Beachie Saddle and followed Battle Ax Creek drainage north. Creek crossing at the bottom was just about knee deep and a little brisk. Made the climb back up to Whetstone Ridge and up to Whetstone Peak before heading back to the trailhead.
Clouds developed as the day progressed and I didn't hike quite as fast as I had planned, so I arrived at Whetstone Mountain by headlamp to a disappointing view. Still a fun day though. Encountered 4-5 other groups of backpackers on trail, no day hikers. |
|
Wildflowers Observation Moderate
Rhododendrons are really starting to pop |
|
| _____________________
| | |
|
|
|
|
average hiking speed 1.88 mph
WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.
Route Editor
Route Scout
