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The Subway Permit

The Subway notes: earned it

Feb 6-8, 20264 people1 min read
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Lucia Pellegrini

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
4
Thru-hiker perspective on The Subway. We went Left Fork trailhead to the lower Subway section starting at 5:10 AM. Cloud cover held until late morning and kept the slickrock from baking. Rock steps were stable, with a few muddy pockets by the creek. Just show up ready.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Cloud cover held until late morning and kept the slickrock from baking.

Trail

Rock steps were stable, with a few muddy pockets by the creek.

Water

Creek flow was moderate and easy to cross with poles.

Crowds

Moderate

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Slow down on muddy sections.
  • Break in boots at home.
  • Carry a small trash bag.
  • Pack a dry layer.
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