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The Subway was crowded

Feb 7-9, 20266 people1 min read
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Caitlin O’Donnell

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
4
Sub-10lb kit on The Subway. We went Out-and-back through Left Fork from Wildcat Canyon side starting at 4:45 AM cool morning air helped us move fast before the canyon warmed up. Footing was solid on the dry benches and a little slick near water lines. Gear that worked: Compass, Paper map, Hiking boots. Sticky shoes and quick-dry layers made the creek sections less annoying. 10/10 would recommend.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

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

Trail

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

Water

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

Crowds

Crowded

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Keep music in your ears only.
  • Know the signs of altitude.
  • Turnaround time is not negotiable.
  • Know where water is.
  • Tell someone your plan.
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