Iron Bear, Joker, and Jester Mountains (DH-2/3)
Trip Name | Iron Bear, Joker, and Jester Mountains |
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Trip Start Date | June 8, 2024 |
Type of Trip | Day Hike |
Rating | DH-2/3 |
Leader Name | Terry Kneblik |
Leader Email | t.kneblik@charter.net |
Roundtrip Drive Mileage | 276 |
Carpooling Cost | $33 |
Additional Fees | N/A |
Trip Description | We’ll hike along the Iron Bear Trail until it meets up with the Teanaway Ridge Trail. Both trails should have wildflowers blooming. We’ll have a great view of the Stuart Range when we reach the top of Iron Bear (at 5,490′) and this is where we’ll stop for lunch. After eating lunch and taking in the view, we’ll continue on the Teanaway Ridge Trail until intersects with County Line Trail which will take us to both Joker and Jester Mountains.
Please pack traction devices. The route from Iron Bear to Joker and Jester may still have snow. |
Approximate Mileage | 8.75 |
Elevation Gain | 2,500 |
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