Father Guido Sarducci went hiking June 18, 2020 6.78 miles 3,000 feet gained

South Point Lookout

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Trail became entirely snow covered at 5300' and that is where I donned the micro spikes. I got as far as 6000' before I had to bail a couple of 100' from the summit due to unstable snow conditions. Probably could have made it to the top if I had brought crampons and an ice axe. Oh well, live and learn. Nice views though of the Goat Rocks, Mt. Adams and Mt. Hood from the summit saddle.

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Jen · June 20, 2020

Interesting area! I almost did Pompey Peak a few years ago, but was put off by all the off-road vehicles zooming around. I suppose the snow keeps them away or down low this time of year.

Father Guido Sarducci · June 22, 2020

Maybe because it was a Thursday, but once I got on FS Rd. 20 I did not see anyone all day. There was no evidence of ORV use on the trail....i.e. tread was good with no ruts.