Turtlehead Jr Double Slot Route

​​Hike: Turtlehead Jr / Red Cap - Double Slot Route   
Trailhead: Gravel road off of Sandstone Road – unmarked
Distance: 5 miles (up and back)
Elevation gain: 1,300 feet
Elevation of peak: 4,943 feet  
Time: 3 to 4 hours (up and back)
Difficult: 2
Class: 4
How easy to follow: 3
Children: No
Fees: None
Best Season: Spring and autumn

This is the best route to Turtlehead Junior and a local favorite. The first slot is one of the best in Red Rock!  From the summit you have a variety of options. This route is well cairned.

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