Elevation Gain: 1800 ft.
Round Trip Distance: 5 miles

Although this is a short route with only 1800 ft. of elevation gain and 5 miles round trip, don't let this fool you. This is a desert bushwack with more than the usual vegetation because of the higher elevations. There is no trail and a 99.9% chance you will be alone. The last 150 ft. dome contains a short technical section that is not protectable and has some exposure. Wear long pants and either take a partner, or bring a radio. Cell phones will not work on this mountain.

Getting There

See the "Getting There" section on the main page.

Route Description

Elevation Gain: 1800 ft.
Round Trip Distance: 5 miles

This route starts at the Pine Canyon Trailhead. See the "Getting There" section on the main page.

Immediately begin bushwhacking down (right/northeast) and over the dry wash that comes down from Smugglers Gap. Bushwhack along the east side of the wash. Just before the dry wash splits, one towards Smugglers Gap and the other towards Pummel Peak, climb up the small ridge coming down off of Unnamed 8267 (this pic is a good illustration of this route). Locate the smooth rock saddle between Pummel and Unnamed 8267 and the ridge coming down from it. Bushwhack directly towards the bottom of this ridge. Several small and difficult gullies will have to be negotiated in route. Once at the bottom of this ridge, climb up to the Pummel/Unnamed 8267 saddle. Hike over to the bottom of the Dome.

Locate a 4th class section of this dome (see pic) facing northwest and begin climbing. After about 75 feet of 4th class a smooth ramp will bend around towards the east and dead end. Climb left up a short 5.5 10 ft. pitch. Once you top out you can scramble up some 3rd class rock to the summit.

Essential Gear

Long pants is a must. Carry a first aid kit and a radio. Leave an itinerary with someone before you leave. Rock climbing experience is recommended for the final 150 ft. dome.