Montgomery Bowls Approach

Name: Montgomery Bowls Approach
Rating: 4.7

4.7 ( 3 )

Trail

0.5 mile 0.8 kilometer point to point
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Intermediate

Elevation

Ascent: 529' 161 m
Descent: 0' 0 m
High: 11,355' 3,461 m
Low: 10,825' 3,300 m

Grade

Avg Slope: 21% (12°)
Max Slope: 34% (19°)

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Type: Backcountry or Sidecountry

Description

The Montgomery Bowl is an easily lap-able area from the Montgomery Pass Approach. After the longer approach, the upper approach is fast, and there are abundant (flat) areas to put on/take off skins. Additionally, you'll be moving above the treeline, which makes for spectacular views. Especially on bluebird days, this is an excellent place to stop for a photo.

This area sees a lot of traffic, but it handles numbers well. As with most endeavors, earlier morning outings will reward visitors with solitude and fresh tracks.