This is the route I followed for a week. It plots out to only 25 miles; however it will feel like 100 miles with the elevation ups and downs, the off trail rock work, snowfield traverses, and route finding challenges. It is a high risk adventure, with rescue days away or non-existent. Only those with skills in rock climbing, route finding in difficult terrain, light weight backpacking, and the ability to make sound decisions in difficult situations should consider this adventure. It's one of my favorite hikes.

Trinity Alps High Route.kml is the route traced on Google Earth 6 . Save the file, and click to open route on GE (added 12/2010)