Quick-and-dirty version
Access: Granite Mountain TrailheadRound Trip: 7 milesElevation Range: 3120′-5629′Gear: microspikes and snowshoes; ice axe and crampons packed but not used
Approach
- Hike the Granite Mountain Trail covered in mud and light snow/ice.
- Follow the beaten path to reach Granite Mountain summit. Snowshoes and/or traction device may be required depending on snow conditions.
- Descend northwest ridge toward the saddle.
- Ascend east slopes to reach Tusk O'Granite summit.
- Descend south ridge to reach Pratt Lake Trail and hike out.
Highlights
- Expansive views all around
- Sunshine in later morning to early afternoon
- Solitude
Lowlights
- Wind gusts on the summit
- Icy ridge traverse close to the summit
- Breaking trail in fresh snow
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