Day Hike - Bullion Basin & Bear Gap

This is a challenging hike but highly rewarding. Amazing views and flowers await.  The hike proper will begin with a steep four mile trail ascending 3000' to the summit of Norse Peak.  The trail near the top is a bit rough.  Here is a recent trip report:  https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report.2023-06-11.8231946021.  The trail then follows the PCT on the ridge for over seven miles of unending views.  We turn around at about Three Way Peak and descend done to the ski area via Bear Gap.  There may be residual snow on the trail, particularly in shaded spots.  I am requiring trekking poles.

Here is the Gaia route:  https://www.gaiagps.com/public/bbzSGZDUbK7lV8gyu0PdljVt

This trip is Leader Permission Only.  Please tell me what you have been up with you trips so far this year that demonstrates that you can do this particular trip of 14 miles and 4,900' of gain.  Thanks, Rob

 Meet at 9 AM At Crystal Mtn. Ski Area.  This trip is a shuttle trip that will required two to four cars.  We will initially meet at the Crystal Mountain Ski Area main parking lot on the upper left (east) side.  We will then shuttle all participant down 2 miles to the Norse Peak (AKA Halfcamp TH) to begin the hike proper.

Getting There

From either east or west bound Highway 410, 4.5 miles north of the turn to the Sunrise Visitor Center, turn east onto Crystal Mountain Blvd (NF 7166). Follow Crystal Mountain Blvd 6 more miles to the resort.