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If I'm successful, I'll make a trip report, and perhaps we can add more description to Hilgard Pass.

Sorry, but I don't give out in-depth descriptions of crosscountry routes, my belief is that it takes away from the adventure spirit involved in doing such routes, some people may like or need every inch of a crosscountry route described, I don't and won't, but will give you a quick description, class rating, and will attempt to talk you out of doing it, if it is something beyond your experience level. If you indicate that you are a Level 4, then you should be able to use your navigational/backpacking skills to figure out the safe/correct route, what fun is there knowing every little detail ahead of time, and how can you expect to become proficient in crosscountry travel if you always need a crutch of information prior to every trip.

Just taking a quick look at satellite view, if dry that pass looks like one I would try to avoid using, unless there is a specific reason why I would want to go that way.

Hi Maverick,

I understand your position and agree with your sense of adventure. I was concerned about pass because what I saw on maps and the lack of trail reports on the web. I wondered if anyone has done the pass. Your previous reply assured me that the pass has been done and that I can find the route for myself.

Thank you for preserving the sense of adventure.