Precipice Peak
Date: 10-21-25
Partner: Solo, Kristi Henes
Trailhead: Wetterhorn TH
Distance: 3m
Elevation Gain: 2400ft
Duration: 2.25hrs
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Fun to climb, unique geology, unparalled views. This one is a favorite!
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3m - 2400ft - 2.5hrs
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Precipice from the TH
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Up the creek bed for a bit
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the ridge and through the trees
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Cool hoodoo like formations
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I split the uprights through the notch
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Boing!
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Hoodoos on the east side of Precipice
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There is some 2+ scrambly bits from here to the summit
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Kristi splits the uprights
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Terrain looks hard pan and loose but is solid and good to go
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Solid conglomerate was fun to scramble on
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Kristi nears the summit
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Dunsinane Mountain to the north
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Summit Selfie with Wetterhorn to the south
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Southerly views from the summit. This place is absolutely incredible!
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Courthouse to west
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We retraced our steps back down the ridge and through the uprights
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Easy on the eyes
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The notch
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Fortress, Redcliff and Coxcomb
