Mount Thompson
Total Miles
6.1
Elevation
2,118.14 ft
Duration
1 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Trail Overview
Starting on Mount Thompson FSR, you will begin to climb elevation immediately. The road is primarily dirt with a few loose gravel sections. Watch out for fallen rocks and expect lots of steep switchbacks. The overall elevation gain is approximately 4,500 ft over 6 miles. The view from the top is amazing, overlooking the whole Creston Valley.
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Difficulty
There are some steep sections with fallen rocks.
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