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The Subway report: timing worked out

Mar 27-29, 20265 people1 min read
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David MacLeod

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
So here is the thing about The Subway... We went Out-and-back through Left Fork from Wildcat Canyon side starting at 5:35 AM. Cool morning air helped us move fast before the canyon warmed up. Route finding was straightforward if we stayed on cairns and creek turns. Already planning the next one.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Mar 2026

Weather

Cool morning air helped us move fast before the canyon warmed up.

Trail

Route finding was straightforward if we stayed on cairns and creek turns.

Water

Water was running and cold, so we packed extra socks for the exit.

Crowds

Light

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Turnaround time is not negotiable.
  • Keep music in your ears only.
  • Know the signs of altitude.
  • Wave at other hikers.
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