Trap Dike Solo?

[Chugach001]

I want to go up Trap Dike and tried last summer but it was VERY wet and I lost my nerve about 1/2 up the waterfall. Was that about the crux - or where is the crux?

I'm thinking of going back with a rope and a handful of stoppers and giving myself a belay when needed. I get the sense that once through the steeper waterfall area, it's pretty low grade from there?

Any beta would be much appreciated.

 

[AOC-1]

I have soloed the TD many times in winter, but never in summer. The waterfall is the steepest section at about 20 feet. After that, it is relatively low angle to the entrance to the slab, which should be a breeze with grippy soles in dry conditions. (The slab is often the winter crux with powder snow over bare rock.)

 

[ColdRiverRun]

It has been real dry up there for awhile. To the point where people are posting about how dry it is. I think you'll be fine with just climbing (no gear) but do what makes you feel comfortable.

 

[ColdRiverRun]

Here is also a recent thread on the exit point post on ADKhighpeaks.

 

[ferrisjrf]

Anything with the word "trap" in it sounds dangerous to me.

 

[Chugach001]

No worries, it was a lovely hike and one that I am certain to repeat.
Thanks for the beta!

 

[leaf]

Yep.. easy scrambling passed that section. I'd save weight and go without a rope during dry conditions.

Don't listen to ferris.. I hear he's a wimp.