RANGE / 04
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48-hour guide

Two ridges. One light pack.

A practical route through basalt country, written for changing weather.

Saturday high16°

Wind from the west after 14:00

Slate Ridge · 24 km

Pack list

Water2 L
ShellYes
HeadlampYes

Elevation gain

840 m

Allow 7–9 hours

Camp 01

Pitch below the saddle

The northern shelf stays protected when the evening wind arrives.

Water 02

Last reliable refill

The spring is 400 metres east of the marked junction.