The Subway report: a few surprises
Feb 13-13, 20263 people1 min read
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Euan Witham
1 reports
4.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
4
The subway.
- route: left fork trailhead to the lower subway section
- 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 depth changed by section but never forced a full stop.
- crowds: moderate
tldr: wave at other hikers.
Some trips stay with you.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Feb 2026Weather
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 depth changed by section but never forced a full stop.
Crowds
Moderate
💡Tips from the Trip
💡
General
- •Wave at other hikers.
- •Move over for faster hikers.
- •Check weather the morning of.
- •First aid kit is mandatory.
- •Keep music in your ears only.
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