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The Subway report: better than expected

Mar 18-18, 20262 people1 min read
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Morgan Rivera

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
4
The alarm went off at 5:35 AM and I was already awake. 5:35 AM start with group of 2. The Left Fork approach with a quick weather check at dawn route felt right for conditions. Wind stayed light, which made the river sections easier to handle. Already planning the next one.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Mar 2026

Weather

Wind stayed light, which made the river sections easier to handle.

Trail

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

Water

Water was running and cold, so we packed extra socks for the exit.

Crowds

Moderate

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Trust the cairns.
  • Physical map as backup.
  • Know the bail-out options.
  • Turnaround time is not negotiable.
  • Know where water is.
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