EISPIRATEN

Hiked up to Strawberry Peak from the Colby Canyon TH to Josephine Saddle and up the 3rd class west ridge, descending via the east ridge to Red Box. Took a car shuttle back to Colby.

Trail is in great condition. Quite a bit of snow (6 to 8 inches in some areas) left over along the ridges but didn't present any problems - was not icy and is melting fast.

We started around 7:30, crossed paths with 3 guys descending the west ridge. Once on the peak, 3 guys came up via the east ridge. As we descended the east ridge we passed a total of about 20 people and their dogs. Reached Red Box around 12:00. ACH looked like the 405 freeway - a busy day in the mountains.

Wow! Lotsa folks. Any pics?

Which is the class 3 ridge?

Zoiks. That was a fast comment!

I don't have a camera, but will get one soon. Gives me a reason to revisit all the peaks again!

This link shows Brennen's route up the west ridge. There are two class 3 sections along the ridge. They are fun and the final one up to the peak has some surprising exposure.

Thank you, Hikeup!

I've had some interest in this peak lately. Looks like a fun one!