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The Subway (3-day): the basics

Apr 14-16, 20262 people1 min read
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Connor Hayes

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
4
The Subway FKT attempt? Not quite, but moved well. We went Out-and-back through Left Fork from Wildcat Canyon side starting at 6:50 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. Some trips stay with you.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Apr 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

Water depth changed by section but never forced a full stop.

Crowds

Moderate

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Poles help more than you think.
  • Bring the rain layer even if clear.
  • Gaiters for scree.
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