UN 7470 3/12
This point looked pretty straightforward(dare I say...easy) from the topo map, only a few tenths of a mile from the LCR 43 and just a bit over 800' of elevation gain. Adding to the appeal, private property issues weren't much of a concern(though I believe the upper half of the point is private, there were no fences) and easy parking access from the east. Directly east of the peak is a small pullout which I jumped off from, first having to search out a suitable place to cross the North Fork of the Big Thompson River. In March this wasn't too difficult, but in the summer months you may want to wade across rather than testing some sketchy stepping stones on a surprisingly rapid little creek.
Anyways, once across the stream the rest is just a straightforward, steep climb to the obstructed summit. There wasn't much to note, besides the huge number of prickly pear cacti sprawling across the open slopes. Good views to Mount Dickinson, Mummy Mountain and the rest of the northern Mummy Range. No register, no cairn.
Anyways, once across the stream the rest is just a straightforward, steep climb to the obstructed summit. There wasn't much to note, besides the huge number of prickly pear cacti sprawling across the open slopes. Good views to Mount Dickinson, Mummy Mountain and the rest of the northern Mummy Range. No register, no cairn.
UN 8194 3/12
Of the numerous unnamed points in Larimer County, UN 8194 was supposedly one of the best. I'll agree to this, and judging by the well packed trench through snow patches along the way, it's a Glen Haven local favorite.
Parking just above Glen Haven at the three transformers(Telephone pole with three large cylindrical transformers on it, hence the unofficial name 'Three Transformers Peak'), I picked up the small trail heading up the slope and followed it around the ridge into a small drainage. At this point the social trail fades a bit, but the rest of the way to the small pass between the ridge and 8194 was distinguishable. At this point I left the trail and headed up the side of the peak, finding evidence of early logging operations. Once I found a opening and saw the distinct tower-like summit block, I skirted to the west side and surveyed the rest of the way to the summit. Obvious weaknesses exist in the tower allowing for a class 3+ route depending on how tall you are. Looking for fun, I found some class 4 to play on. The summit had great views, and I was happy to see a small register with lots of familiar names in it. Note: please bring up some pencils if you plan on climbing UN 8194, they were running low when I signed in.
Parking just above Glen Haven at the three transformers(Telephone pole with three large cylindrical transformers on it, hence the unofficial name 'Three Transformers Peak'), I picked up the small trail heading up the slope and followed it around the ridge into a small drainage. At this point the social trail fades a bit, but the rest of the way to the small pass between the ridge and 8194 was distinguishable. At this point I left the trail and headed up the side of the peak, finding evidence of early logging operations. Once I found a opening and saw the distinct tower-like summit block, I skirted to the west side and surveyed the rest of the way to the summit. Obvious weaknesses exist in the tower allowing for a class 3+ route depending on how tall you are. Looking for fun, I found some class 4 to play on. The summit had great views, and I was happy to see a small register with lots of familiar names in it. Note: please bring up some pencils if you plan on climbing UN 8194, they were running low when I signed in.
