Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
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Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Hi everyone. I am considering giving Wheeler a shot tomorrow (Christmas Eve) via Williams Lake Trail. I have heard avy conditions are a risk to consider in the winter there. If anyone has any info on current conditions, I would appreciate it.
If any one needs info on Humphreys Peak (AZ), just let me know because I hiked it on Saturday. Cheers!
Jay
If any one needs info on Humphreys Peak (AZ), just let me know because I hiked it on Saturday. Cheers!
Jay
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Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
I’m interested in your recent Humphreys info... thanks!
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Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Hey Bob. Just pm'ed you. Enjoy! Jay
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Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Humphreys will be getting a lot of fresh snow this week fyi so check snow conditions and road conditions before you head out. Beautiful area though!
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Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Anyone know what conditions are for Bull O' the Woods currently and/or other nearby higher peaks? Not considering Williams Lake due to avy exposure.
Thanks.
Thanks.
Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Not sure you'll find much in Taos right now due to shutdowns.
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Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Yeah but I don't need anything except gas. Planned on being 100% self contained, so no hotels, sleeping in the car and all food and water in the car.
Bump for conditions? I think there might have been a recent snow, but unsure how much is new, and trail condition.
Bump for conditions? I think there might have been a recent snow, but unsure how much is new, and trail condition.
Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
I live in Santa Fe and we just got and inch or so from the last storm. I did Wheeler a couple weeks ago and conditions were fine (snowshoes in the trees and micro spikes in the basin) and can't imagine it's much different. FYI the Governor is issuing a stay at home order today, so I don't know what that will do to travel into the state. RichardWoodie Hopper wrote: ↑Mon Mar 23, 2020 12:48 pm I don't need anything. Planned on being 100% self contained, so no hotels, sleeping in the car and all food and water in the car.
Bump for conditions? I think there might have been a recent snow, but unsure how much is new, and trail condition.
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Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Richard,
I appreciate your local info- thank you!
Yes, I was concerned the travel window is closing and was hoping to get out tomorrow. Maybe it's not going to work out.
Woodie
I appreciate your local info- thank you!
Yes, I was concerned the travel window is closing and was hoping to get out tomorrow. Maybe it's not going to work out.
Woodie
Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Not sure you can't travel in.They are encouraging people to stay at home, but say there's nothing wrong with hitting the trails in groups of five or less. I plan on hiking to keep from going insane. All non critical business are closed.Woodie Hopper wrote: ↑Mon Mar 23, 2020 1:00 pm Richard,
I appreciate your local info- thank you!
Yes, I was concerned the travel window is closing and was hoping to get out tomorrow. Maybe it's not going to work out.
Woodie
The summit is a source of power. The long view gives one knowledge and time to prepare. The summit, by virtue of the dizzying exposure, leaves one vulnerable. A bit of confidence and a dash of humility is all we get for our work. Yet to share these moments with friends is to be human. C. Anker
- Woodie Hopper
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Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Well looks like I'm stuck. It will just make it even more special when it's ok to head down your way again! Thanks again for weighing in.
Woodie
Woodie
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Re: Wheeler Peak (NM)/Humphreys Peak (AZ)
Well, hopefully I can hike Wheeler next week. Bumping for current conditions- it would be good to know if snowshoes would be needed vs just micro spikes and an axe. If conditions are ok, I plan to head up early next week (maybe Humphreys too).