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Alpine Scramble - Witches Tower/South Face

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Alpine Scramble - Witches Tower/South Face

Very long, strenuous scramble to an airy summit with great views of the Enchantments

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Brian Hill
Brian Hill
Primary Leader
  • Strenuous 5, Technical 5
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 13.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 5,500 ft

Lake Stuart Trailhead 4:45am

We will begin hiking at 5am.  Plan on sleeping at or near the trailhead.  The approach is long and challenging up Aasgard Pass to the base of the tower. The scramble itself is very exposed.  This is an excellent rock scramble.

Route/Place

Witches Tower/South Face


  • Green Trails Alpine Lakes East (Stuart Range) No. 208SX
    USGS Enchantment Lakes
    Green Trails The Enchantments No. 209S
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