Koip Peak Pass conditions

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FredH
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Koip Peak Pass conditions

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I have a trip planned that'll cross Koip Peak pass on Aug 3rd. This year there will of course be snow, and I have read that Koip Pass in snow can be particularly hazardous owing to cliffs just below the route, which traverses a 60 degree slope. Has anyone hiked Koip Pass this summer, and what do you report? I'll be guiding my young adult daughter, who is game but not snow experienced; we will not have crampons. How hazardous will Koip Pass be? Thanks for any advice on conditions.
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Re: Koip Peak Pass conditions

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viewtopic.php?f=1&t=19697&p=148445&hilit=koip

Also, there's nothing close to 60 degrees around Koip Peak pass... where'd you read that info? You talking about Kuna Peak?
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