Telescope Peak – Climbing Notes
Telescope Peak – Climbing Notes
Telescope Peak Climbing notes shared by Mountain-Forecast users
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December 26, 2021
Mountain Dood from United States
A late entry on my previous submission in July 6, 2021' Submitted Telescope July 20th. Straight forward trek. Get a early start, trek is on the longer side 15 miles round trip. It is possible to make a two day trek out of this. Easy to backpack to the Saddle and pitch a tent. However, if you choose to do this, very exposed and most likely be very windy and cold during fall, spring, winter, and even Summer months be prepared! Spectacular views everywhere you look, bristlecone pines too! Go now!
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July 06, 2021
Mountain Dood from United States
Today 7/6/21. Headed to Mahogany Flats for a few nights. Will summit Telescope on 7/7/2021. Weather looks fantastic for a early summer trek. More when I return Friday.
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January 12, 2020
daman from United States
2-4 foot of snow starting at the kilns. Lots of soft snow in the bowl up to Rogers Peak. Some ice too.
Made it to the ridge with wet shoes, Tons of wind today on the ridge instant cold caused us to return back. 3 people on the trail.
Shout out to Danny.
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April 13, 2017
M from United States
April 9, Gate open at the kilns, road passable with high clearance vehicle. Snow level 10,000 ft, crampons required. Use trail open, switchbacks covered in snow. Snow icy in the morning and in shade areas.
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February 10, 2016
Randy Lee from United States
On 2/8/16 it was cold enough at the peak that my water bottle froze in under half an hour after pulling it out of my pack. This is in contrast to the ~38 degree weather that Mountain-forecast projected for the day. There was enough snow and ice to need crampons / ice axe. Gusts of wind felt stronger than 20mph.
I hiked from Shorty's Well at -240 ft to the peak. Snow started around 5,000 or 6,000 feet, and was up to waist deep in drifts along the ridge near the peak, with most of the peak having ~2ft of snow.
(NOTE: Texts may be edited by our content team for the purposes of ensuring accurate and relevant information)
Mountain Dood from United States
A late entry on my previous submission in July 6, 2021' Submitted Telescope July 20th. Straight forward trek. Get a early start, trek is on the longer side 15 miles round trip. It is possible to make a two day trek out of this. Easy to backpack to the Saddle and pitch a tent. However, if you choose to do this, very exposed and most likely be very windy and cold during fall, spring, winter, and even Summer months be prepared! Spectacular views everywhere you look, bristlecone pines too! Go now!
Mountain Dood from United States
Today 7/6/21. Headed to Mahogany Flats for a few nights. Will summit Telescope on 7/7/2021. Weather looks fantastic for a early summer trek. More when I return Friday.
daman from United States
2-4 foot of snow starting at the kilns. Lots of soft snow in the bowl up to Rogers Peak. Some ice too.
Made it to the ridge with wet shoes, Tons of wind today on the ridge instant cold caused us to return back. 3 people on the trail.
Shout out to Danny.
M from United States
April 9, Gate open at the kilns, road passable with high clearance vehicle. Snow level 10,000 ft, crampons required. Use trail open, switchbacks covered in snow. Snow icy in the morning and in shade areas.
Randy Lee from United States
On 2/8/16 it was cold enough at the peak that my water bottle froze in under half an hour after pulling it out of my pack. This is in contrast to the ~38 degree weather that Mountain-forecast projected for the day. There was enough snow and ice to need crampons / ice axe. Gusts of wind felt stronger than 20mph.
I hiked from Shorty's Well at -240 ft to the peak. Snow started around 5,000 or 6,000 feet, and was up to waist deep in drifts along the ridge near the peak, with most of the peak having ~2ft of snow.
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