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Hurd Peak Rock Climbing

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Routes in Hurd Peak

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	Amazing Grace T Easy 5th 1+ 3 I 5 M 1c
	East Towers T 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	Keep Out Gully T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c PG13
	North Face T 3rd 1- 1 I 1 M 1a
	North Ridge T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Northeast Rib T 5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a
	Northeast Ridge T Easy 5th 1+ 3 I 5 M 1c
	Northwest Ridge T Easy 5th 1+ 3 I 5 M 1c
	Somewhere in the Between Gully T 3rd 1- 1 I 1 M 1a
	South Lake Peaks Traverse T 5.0 2- 4 I 6 MM 1c
	Streetlight Manifesto T 4th 1 2 I 2 M 1b

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Description

Like Emerson, Hurd is a frequently overlooked yet entertaining peak. Its short approach makes it the perfect peak for a lazy day and it offers a variety of routes to please both the Class 3 peak bagger and those seeking Class 5 exploits. It was first ascended in 1906 by its namesake H.C. Hurd.

The rock varies in quality from smooth slabs to flaky crap. The northern and western sides seem to be better than the eastern.

Despite its close proximity to the trailhead I have yet to share the peak with another party. Routes include:

W Face (from Treasure Lakes) - Class 3
S Ridge - Class 4
NW Slabs - Class 5
N Ridge - Class 5

Note that there are countless ways to ascend this peak from all aspects and I've yet to go the same way twice.

Getting There

From central Bishop head W on highway 168 (aka W Line Street) ~15 miles to the South Lake Road turn-off. Turn left and continue another 6 miles to the trailhead parking lot. Bear boxes and bathrooms are available.

From the trailhead at South Lake take the trail toward Bishop Pass. At 0.8 miles you will reach the junction with the Treasure Lakes trail. Take this split to access the northern and western routes. You will need leave the trail and cross-country to the base of the peak. If you're doing one of the southern routes it's best to leave the trail after passing the Long Lake drainage where the water can be raging. Alternatively, the peak can be approached by continuing on the Bishop Pass trail and leaving the trail to skirt the shores of Long Lake. Overview topo here.

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Classic Climbing Routes at Hurd Peak

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5.0 2- 4 I 6 MM 1c 7 ● South Lake Peaks Traverse Trad, Alpine
5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a 9 ● Northeast Rib Trad, Alpine 4 pitches
5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b 7 ● North Ridge Trad, Alpine 5 pitches

● South Lake Peaks Traverse

5.0 2- 4 I 6 MM 1c Trad, Alpine

● Northeast Rib

5.5 4b 13 IV+ 11 MS 4a Trad, Alpine 4 pitches

● North Ridge

5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b Trad, Alpine 5 pitches

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Sun & Shade

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Details: West side gets morning shade and afternoon sun. (Treasure lakes approach) East side gets morning sun and afternoon shade. (Long lakes approach)