March 14, 2009 8:00 AM - 19 attended

Bridge Mtn Hike - The Classic Hike in Red Rock Canyon

Red Rock Canyon (map)

Selected By: A former member

Bridge Mountain is the classic peak in Red Rock Canyon. Soaring almost 7,000 feet into the sky and an impossible looking route, this is a must do hike. I do a more advance route, but it's much more scenic.
You need to be in good shape and be able to handle exposure.
This hike is subject to weather and a small chance I might be out of the country. I will keep everyone posted.
We need 4WD vehilces

Stats:
Hike: Bridge Mtn. via North Peak Wash — up and back
Distance: 8 miles — round trip
Elevation gain: 2,400 feet
Elevation Peak: 6,940 feet
Time: 5 to 7 hours
Difficulty: 5
Class: 3

Slide show of the hike

  • Shin
    Shin

    I don't have 4WD

    Posted March 2, 2009 at 7:54 AM
  • Tom
    Tom

    Got 4WD. Can fit four, five if they are small.

    Posted March 2, 2009 at 8:23 AM
  • kiwi
    kiwi

    I need horse or something to get me to the trailhead!!!

    Posted March 2, 2009 at 11:42 AM
  • brian
    brian

    I did Rocky Gap with Sparrow about a week ago, road was not passable in spots due to snow. With chains you could get all the way...maybe...theres the area where you go down hill while passing between two boulders where you may slide right into the boulders. Road may be passable now...will try to check w Vegas Valley 4 Wheelers...think they did a run this past weekend there. I'd be willing to go...if there was room for me +1...

    Posted March 2, 2009 at 11:52 AM
  • brian
    brian

    Oh yeah I have 4x4 w chains

    Posted March 2, 2009 at 11:52 AM
  • A former member

    So excited to be heading out on this one... no 4 wheel drive for me or Chris Russell.
    Hope you stay in the country, Branch!

    Posted March 2, 2009 at 12:09 PM
  • A former member

    We only need to drive 2.4 miles up the Rocky Gap Road

    Posted March 2, 2009 at 1:11 PM
  • Dave
    Dave

    Since Kiwi is looking for a horse or something to get to the trailhead, how about we wrangle a wild burro for her and see how she does with it? And Kim, how about you taking a "billy" goat to the trailhead?

    Posted March 2, 2009 at 4:29 PM
  • kiwi
    kiwi

    I'm bringing Violin ????~~~ just for you Dave ?? Ha!!!!!

    Posted March 7, 2009 at 8:06 AM
  • Mark
    Mark

    I've got 4wd in case anyone needs a ride.

    Posted March 8, 2009 at 7:53 PM
  • Dan
    Dan

    I've got a 4X4 tundra that can fit four people (snugly) besides me.

    Posted March 9, 2009 at 8:51 PM
  • Doug C.
    Doug C.

    Where are we forming carpools??!!

    Posted March 13, 2009 at 9:50 AM
  • Jen P
    Jen P

    Branch, I know you can't control the temperature, but can you at least do something to calm down the wind? ::Sniff::, I do so dislike hiking on windy days.

    Posted March 13, 2009 at 11:42 AM
  • Gary W
    Gary W

    I need a ride. I assume we are meeting at the entrance parking lot before the fee booths.

    Posted March 13, 2009 at 8:18 PM
  • A former member

    Yes, meeting at the parking lot next to the fee booth.

    Posted March 13, 2009 at 8:57 PM
  • kiwi
    kiwi

    I noticed Branch lies about hike "it's easy-not" "10 more yards-more like 100" "it's all downhill from now on-in reality you have to hike up to go down".... but overall it was fantastic... NO WHINERS!!!!!

    Posted March 14, 2009 at 6:26 PM
  • Gary W
    Gary W

    I'm so grateful to entertain people with my ice skating routine, and still managed to keep my feet dry! I'm going remember that moment for a very long time.

    Posted March 14, 2009 at 9:03 PM
  • Shin
    Shin

    I had uploaded all the 255 pictures taken at Bridge Mtn hike on my web site.
    http://www.vegashikers.com/pic/20090314/p1.html

    Posted March 15, 2009 at 12:54 AM
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19 attended
5.00 5.0011 (11 ratings)
  • David P. Gurtner
    Nice workout... beautiful views!!!
  • Mark
    This is a great hike and an interesting route
  • Patricia Vázquez
    Kick-ass start to a gorgeous hike, this route is. The group stayed together, moving as quickly as possibly, without leaving us stragglers behind. It was a real pleasure to have such a knowledgeable guide such as Branch leading us, coupled with Chinh as a sweeper who is as playful as he is calm.
  • Fred Dexter
    A large group for a very challenging hike. I was surprised / impressed that Branch managed to keep this group very well organized and accounted for at all times. Very Professional. The hike for me? Excellent in every way.
  • Shin
    Superman, Assistant Organizer
    It was awsome! Nice weather, Great Hikers, beautiful view, wonderful route and lots of scrambling! I Rate 6 out of 5. Took more than 250 pics today. Thanks Blanch !!
  • Gary W
    Assistant Organizer
    Beautiful day for a strenuous hike. Wonderful scenery. I'm beat! :-)
  • kiwi
    Snow Princess
    Rated perfect 10!! weather, trail, view, company.... absolutely fab!!
  • Doug C.
    Handyman
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