Ascent of East Northgate Peak on 2010-11-13| Other People: | Solo Ascent
Only Party on Mountain | | Date: | Saturday, November 13, 2010 | | Ascent Type: | Successful Summit Attained | | Motorized Transport to Trailhead: | Car | | Peak: | East Northgate Peak | | Location: | USA-Utah | | Elevation: | 7159 ft / 2182 m |
Ascent Trip ReportThis was a solo ascent that yielded some amazing views of the Zion National Park's backcountry. The terrain is unusual as the mix is volcanic and sedimentary. The route is not always obvious as the route is very broken and winds its way alongside a gully or two. Other domes in the area are technically more challenging and require rope technique.
As to the other domes, anchors are mostly small trees. Did reconnaissance of West Northgate Peak. Long unroped pitches. Slope angle does approach 60 degrees. At this time of the year ice is accumulating on the North sides. The rock (Navaho sandstone) is very friable and unpredictable. Thus, it can be potentially very dangerous. |
| Summary Total Data | | Total Elevation Gain: | 359 ft / 109 m | | Route: | North Flank | | Trailhead: | 6800 ft / 2072 m | | Grade/Class: | class 2 | | Quality: | 7 (on a subjective 1-10 scale) | | Route Conditions: | Unmaintained Trail, Bushwhack, Scramble | | Gear Used: | Ski Poles | | Weather: | Cool, Breezy, Clear
Overcast later that afternoon. | | Ascent Statistics | | Time: | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
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