The route follows the well-maintained Kearsarge Pass Trail before leaving the trail near the pass and climbing a steep Class 2 talus slope to a class 3 summit block. No technical climbing is required, but the combination of elevation, route-finding, and loose terrain makes this a hike best suited for experienced hikers comfortable traveling above 12,000 feet.
| Trailhead | Onion Valley Trailhead |
| Route | Kearsarge Pass Trail |
| Mileage | 10.7 |
| Elevation Start | 9,200′ |
| Elevation Gain | 3,811′ |
| High Point | 13,011′ |
| Type | In and Out |
| Difficulty | Challenging |
| Water | Seasonal |
| Permit | Overnight |
| Land Manager | Inyo National Forest |
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