High Sierra Topix

Hi All,

I am thinking about going up to Mt Lyell (Yosemite Glacier) on Friday Sept 25th as part of a two day trip. I'll be leaving from the bay area. Let me know if anyone is interested in teaming up.

Cheers, Rick

Hey Rick,

Just a heads up, we were in the Ritter/Banner area this past week, the smoke from the Rough Fire, on some days, cut the visibility drastically, personally would not want to climb a fun peak like that, that offers such great views, unless conditions (visibility) were great.

Hey rick, I was thinking about backpacking somewhere in SEKI for a extended weekend. However Mt. Lyell seems fun as long as the route is class 2 or 3. Are you planning on staying just 1 night out there?

the smoke from the Rough Fire, on some days, cut the visibility drastically,

thanks for the heads up maverick, but if the weather is favorable, I'll probably still go.

However Mt. Lyell seems fun as long as the route is class 2 or 3. Are you planning on staying just 1 night out there?

yes, just one night or two at most. Drive up either Thursday or Friday afternoon and hope to score a permit for Lyell, otherwise Mono/Parker.
The route to the top requires crossing the glacier,. Some do it without gear, but I am thinking of micro spikes and probably ice axe which I yet to have to arrange for. Let me know..

Rick

Doesn't look like I'll be able to get out this weekend due to work. Have fun and be safe!