koloj Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 Heading in soon and I was wondering if there is any ice on the approach or descent. Are crampons and an axe necessary right now? Haven't been there before. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrogers Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 For sure not if you go in Silverstar Creek, which is probably the best access for the route versus over Burgandy col. As long as you don;t get sucked into the slide alder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crillz Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Did this route a few weeks ago approaching via Silver Star Creek. No snow other than tiny patches at the base at that time. Didn't need more than tennies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rad Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 We stashed bikes near the Burgundy trail, drove around and approached via Silverstar. Stay left out of shrubbery and then cross over in open terrain. There is really no bushwhacking on the approach. Then we descended down the W side and biked back to the car. Twas lovely and seems WAY less masochistic than carrying overnight gear up to Burgundy col. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koloj Posted September 21, 2016 Author Share Posted September 21, 2016 Thanks for the advice. Was a great route, very fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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