March 28, 2004
Jolly Mountain Snowshoe Climb
Salmon la Sac Creek
Big Jolly Knoll
Jolly Mountain / Lookout (6443 ft)
Trip Report Summary
Region: Central Washington Cascades
Sub-Region: Cle Elum Mountains
Area: Okanogan–Wenatchee National Forest
Starting & Ending Point: Jolly Mountain Trailhead at Cayuse Horse Camp on Salmon la Sac Road (Elev. 2400 feet)
Way Points: Salmon la Sac Creek & Big Jolly Knoll & Jolly Mountain Lookout (trail hike & snow hike & snowshoe hike)
Summit: Jolly Mountain (snowshoe ascent & descent via North Ridge)
Approximate Stats: 10 miles traveled; 4000 feet gained & lost; 5.7 hours up; 2.9 hours down.
Equipment Comments
For more information regarding the various equipment that I used for this particular trip and that I typically use for this type of trip, see my gear reviews on the following pages:
>>> Trail & Mountain Snowshoes
>>> Backcountry Ski & Snowshoe Packs
>>> Wintertime Comfort Accessories
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