Couldn't find any good info before climbing Keplinger's this year. Although there were a few small snowfields on the route, it is possible to climb this entire route and avoid all snow. Hardest part was a traverse under the upper snowfields directly below the homestretch due to some wet slabs.
Mountain Jim - Aug 28, 2006 2:43 pm - Voted 10/10
Thanks !!!This is a great way up the mountain, if you want to avoid crowds until you reach Homestretch.
Brad Snider - Sep 3, 2006 2:36 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: Thanks !!!Agreed. Thanks for your additions--I have updated this route page.
fococlimber - Jul 28, 2011 10:16 pm - Voted 8/10
Free of snow 7-28-2011Couldn't find any good info before climbing Keplinger's this year. Although there were a few small snowfields on the route, it is possible to climb this entire route and avoid all snow. Hardest part was a traverse under the upper snowfields directly below the homestretch due to some wet slabs.
tjburr - Jan 8, 2021 11:59 pm - Voted 8/10
Keplinger's Couloir RouteExcellent post. Thank you for the detailed information on this route. Happy Trails . . . #ColoMountaineer