McFarland Peak
Hike: McFarland Peak — trail and route
Trailhead: Bristlecone Trail —marked
Distance: 14 miles — up and back
Elevation gain: 4,000 feet
Elevation of peak: 10,772 feet
Time: 7 - 8 hours – up and back
Difficulty: 5
Class: 3
How easy to follow: 3
Children: no
Fees: None
Best season: summer
Location: Mt. Charleston
McFarland is one of the most remote mountains in Mt. Charleston. Majestic and rugged with no easy route to the summit, it's a tough peak.
The trail has more elevation on the way back to the trailhead than on the ascent. You have a six mile approach hike on trail before ascending the gully that leads to the summit.
McFarland is one of the most remote mountains in Mt. Charleston. Majestic and rugged with no easy route to the summit, it's a tough peak.
The trail has more elevation on the way back to the trailhead than on the ascent. You have a six mile approach hike on trail before ascending the gully that leads to the summit.