harder than we thought on The Subway
Mar 28-29, 20264 people1 min read
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Nomsa Mthethwa
1 reports
4.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
5
Late start, late finish. The Subway in the evening light.
We went Left Fork approach with a quick weather check at dawn starting at 6:00 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.
Midday light was harsh but the shadows added drama.
TLDR: Know the bail-out options.
Check conditions before you go.
Quick notes:
- Count your miles.
- Know the bail-out options.
- Phone battery backup.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Mar 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
Creek flow was moderate and easy to cross with poles.
Crowds
Empty
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Count your miles.
- •Know the bail-out options.
- •Phone battery backup.
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