Jen went hiking Mount Defiance May 17, 2013 12 miles 5,000 feet gained Mt Defiance 0 Pleasant day and solitude on this loop up Starvation Ridge. Most of the snow is gone except for a few drifts on the north side above 4000 ft. Views were limited, but the wildflowers were delightful. More from Jen Prindle from the north side November 8, 2026 Donahue Creek November 4, 2026 Back of Dog October 22, 2026 Eagle's Nest October 17, 2026