Near Baldy Summit Alternate
Descending from the top, stay to the right and watch for the rock pile. This is the start of the easy way down.
Near Baldy Summit Alternate
One of several switchbacks on the upper portion of Mount Baldy's newly constructed trail.
Near Baldy Summit Alternate
Eagle River and the Knik Arm below Mt. Baldy.
Near Baldy Summit Alternate
Signing the summit journal of Mt. Baldy.
Near Baldy Summit Alternate
This is the most difficult part of the easy way up and down. As the trail intersects the rock, climb up at a 45-degree angle and find the continuation of the easy up and down trail.

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Baldy Summit Alternate

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Climb or descend Baldy using the trail that was recently finished ... all the way to the top of Mount Baldy.
0.5
mi
Distance
405
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsViewsWildflowers
Access Issues
This is a newly constructed trail to Baldy's summit. Please follow this track rather than the previous, as there are No Trespassing signs posted on the old trail -- it's now private property.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.46mi
Distance
405ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
3,026ft
High Point
2,621ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The park recently finished the trail to the top of Mount Baldy. The grade is much easier to hike up or down, with several switchbacks. The upper section is especially sweet, with the trail away from the alders and a great view and of the surrounding alpine vegetation. The switchbacks cross over the established trail straight up the mountain trail, and in some cases, the 'long way up' follows the straight-up trail. On the way down, look for the rock pile on the right side of the trail that marks the beginning of the 'long way down' trail.

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