Sep 27, 2008
I attempted to summit North Maroon Peak on September 27, 2008, but turned around on the northeast ridge at 13,600 feet. The crux of the route is a Class 4 chimney on the northeast ridge, but all of the holds had snow and/or ice on top of them. The Class 3 alternative was more exposed and snowy. I poked around looking for good ice axe placement, but it felt sketchy to me. I just didn't trust it enough, since I couldn't find a handhold that felt secure.

It looks like I'll be revisiting North Maroon Peak next year.

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