Route Climbed: South Ridge Date Climbed: October 1, 2005
I'd been determined to climb Owen for over a year after seeing the photos on this page. I finally got there and it was every bit as spectacular as I had hoped. This is one of the most amazing and special summits I have ever been on. We had perfect weather and stayed for an hour soaking in the views. No one else at all on the mountain and very little sign that the summit is visited often except for a small cairn. Not even a register.
Route Climbed: South Ridge from Ruby Peak Date Climbed: September 28, 2003
I have been lusting after Mount Owens summit for four months. The lovely fall day I chose for my hike turned out perfect. The south Ridge Route on Mount Owen realy was a blast. For some reason I get a kick out of clever routes that look difficult but prove easy. And if you are familiar with the quality of the Maroon Formation you will rejoice that there is no scrambling involved. I lingered on the summit for near an hour before tearing myself away from the glorious views.
jrf - Oct 3, 2005 10:31 am
Route Climbed: South Ridge Date Climbed: October 1, 2005I'd been determined to climb Owen for over a year after seeing the photos on this page. I finally got there and it was every bit as spectacular as I had hoped. This is one of the most amazing and special summits I have ever been on. We had perfect weather and stayed for an hour soaking in the views. No one else at all on the mountain and very little sign that the summit is visited often except for a small cairn. Not even a register.
JonBradford - Oct 11, 2003 9:09 am
Route Climbed: South Ridge from Ruby Peak Date Climbed: September 28, 2003I have been lusting after Mount Owens summit for four months. The lovely fall day I chose for my hike turned out perfect. The south Ridge Route on Mount Owen realy was a blast. For some reason I get a kick out of clever routes that look difficult but prove easy. And if you are familiar with the quality of the Maroon Formation you will rejoice that there is no scrambling involved. I lingered on the summit for near an hour before tearing myself away from the glorious views.