Warthog Gulch Descent

Name: Warthog Gulch Descent
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0.6 mile 0.9 kilometer point to point
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Difficult

Elevation

Ascent: 0' 0 m
Descent: -680' -207 m
High: 11,743' 3,579 m
Low: 11,063' 3,372 m

Grade

Avg Slope: 23% (13°)
Max Slope: 31% (17°)

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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.