Kam Pierce went backpacking July 6 to July 7, 2012 12 miles 5,000 feet gained 1 night
hit the trail @11p on friday night and reached the summit just before high noon. ideal conditions, though i would have appreciated a few more clouds to block the sun. the exposure and reflection off the snow on the descent was punishing. got back to the TH at ~5p. EIGHTEEN hours on the trail (including a 2.5 hr nap).
