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Warthog Gulch Descent

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  1. Areas
  2. CO
  3. …Central Rockies
  4. …Leadville
  5. Uncle Bud's Hut

“Open glades transition into steep, tight trees. ”

James Culligan
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11,743' 3,579 m

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11,063' 3,372 m

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Up

680' 207 m

Down

23%

Avg Slope (13°)

31%

Max Slope (17°)
Type: Backcountry or Sidecountry

Description

From the Ascent to Hill Top NE of Uncle Buds Hut:
- Remain on the ridge / spine, moving generally East.
- Avoid dropping in (North) until you reach elevation 11400/11300.
Note: It is possible to drop in earlier, but be aware of rock spines, cliffs and avalanche hazards.
- Stop descent at elevation 11000 in order to begin return ascent.

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Local Club: 10th Mountain Division Huts Association

Land Manager: USFS - San Isabel National Forest, Leadville Ranger District

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James Culligan
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in Uncle Bud's Hut

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Tight trees
Mar 5, 2016 near Leadvil…, CO

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