Skip to content
The Subway Permit

Back from The Subway: earned it

Feb 21-22, 20262 people1 min read
M

Maya Howard

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
2026-02-21. The Subway. 2-day. Route: Out-and-back through Left Fork from Wildcat Canyon side. Weather: Wind stayed light, which made the river sections easier to handle.. Trail: Footing was solid on the dry benches and a little slick near water lines.. Water: Creek flow was moderate and easy to cross with poles.. Crowds: crowded. Overall 4/5. Difficulty 3/5. Scenery 4/5. Do your homework first. Quick notes: - Know the signs of altitude. - Test new gear before the trip. - Bring the rain layer even if clear.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Wind stayed light, which made the river sections easier to handle.

Trail

Footing was solid on the dry benches and a little slick near water lines.

Water

Creek flow was moderate and easy to cross with poles.

Crowds

Crowded

💡Tips from the Trip

💡

General

  • Know the signs of altitude.
  • Test new gear before the trip.
  • Bring the rain layer even if clear.
Was this helpful?

More Reports from The Subway