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Back from The Subway: glad we committed

Feb 22-24, 20262 people1 min read
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Danielle Franklin

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
The Subway terrain assessment. We went Left Fork approach with a quick weather check at dawn starting at 6:25 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. Overall 5/5. Difficulty 4/5. Scenery 4/5. The trail rewards the patient.

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

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

Crowds

Moderate

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Have a turnaround time.
  • Keep snacks accessible.
  • Poles help more than you think.
  • Bring one extra liter.
  • Pack a dry layer.
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