We started the hike at 05:30 and hit the summit at about 12:40. We were moving going down - did it in 3 -1/2 hours. Fortunately I felt great after I started the trip back down which made it an 11 hour day. I'm pretty sure if I felt better on the way up the total time would have been cut by 1 -2 hours. Other than that my mind was simply on the next 100 yards all the way up and just not accepting the idea of not making it. Didn't note the times at the landmarks.
I can't help myself - we are thinking about another trip in th next couple weeks. I want to use my new found knowledge and see how I do. Plus, I really want to get on that beutiful trail again. What a great place.
Good luck all - happy hiking
