Summit:
W7O/CS-064
Voice Cellular Coverage:
Good, very usable
Data Cellular Coverage:
Good, very usable
Cellular Provider:
AT&T
APRS Coverage:
Don't know - Timpanogas road will get you 1.6 miles from the main east rideline that leads to the summit. From there, FS 2134-250 can be walked, biked, or used by vehicles capable of passing over 1-2 ft berms built up to prevent washout.
- An easy 0.30 mile bushwhack along the east ridge leads to the summit, with 249 feet of elevation gain.
- Summit consists of a large slightly sloped open area with a long rocky spine, surrounded by trees.
- Mosquitos are intense—head net strongly advised.
- This summit pairs well with Balm Mountain (W7O/CS-072), 3 miles away. Both can be done in one day.
- I saw three black bears during my three days of activity in this area, so bear spray would be a good idea.
- 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.
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