Summit:
W7O/CS-071
Voice Cellular Coverage:
Good, very usable
Data Cellular Coverage:
Good, very usable
Cellular Provider:
AT&T
APRS Coverage:
Don't know - FS roads may get you within 0.16 miles of summit, but could be blocked by down trees. The roads from the north, off FS 21, were generally well-maintained with many options for rerouting. A two-wheel drive vehicle would likely have no issue in dry conditions.
- Moderate bushwhack to summit with 148 ft of elevation gain.
- Mosquitos are intense—head net strongly advised.
- Summit lightly forested with good options for various antenna setups.
- This summit pairs well with Potter Mountain (W7O/CS-067), 10 miles away. Both can be done in one day.
- I stayed at Indigo Creek Campground and highly recommend it. It has three tent-only sites, no reservations, and is lightly used. It sits at 3000 ft. and can be accessed via paved road (FS 21). The spring comes straight out of Bear mountain in the form of a gushing creek. There are several other campgrounds in the area, and numerous open spaces for dispersed camping.
- I saw three black bears during my three days of activity in this area, so bear spray would be a good idea.
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