Windy Peak East Face Route
Hike: Windy Peak East Face - route
Trailhead: along gravel road - not marked
Distance: 5 miles – round trip
Elevation gain: 2,200 feet
Elevation peak: 6,200 feet
Time: 4 to 6 hours – up and back
Difficulty: 3
Class: 4
How easy to follow: 3
Children: No
Fees: None
Best season: Spring and autumn
Windy Peak is a favorite hike with hikers. This route has more climbing than the traditional route. With twist and turns, airy climbs and a challenging ridge traverse this is one of the best south Red Rock hikes. The descent follows the traditional route.
There are three routes to the summit of Windy Peak: East Face Route, Standard Route, West (backside) Route.
There are three routes to the summit of Windy Peak: East Face Route, Standard Route, West (backside) Route.