Silvertip Peak- A good winter objective??

[JasonG]

With the good forecast, a friend suggested trying Silvertip Peak off of the Sumallo Rd. Just wondering if others have done this and liked it. And, if you have been in there in the winter time, were skis or snowshoes better (given relatively firm conditions)? Would it be too far for a longish day trip?? Anyways, thanks for any and all info!!

 

I realize that there is probably a bunch of info on Bivouac, but I am not a member . . .Thanks!

 

Cheers,

 

Jason

[layton]

very good winter objective....take some pics of the cirque, it's really a cool place to be.

[jordop]

Excellent objective, though I think you might be in for a bit of a wallow. There's been a hell of alot of snow over the past few weeks, which probably hasn't set up enough to permit passable kick stepping. Also, could be a LONG approach right now . . .

[Dru]

It is definitely too long for a day trip but a good overnight trip.

 

Given reasonably firm conditions skis would be better but plan on climbing in the boots you ski in.