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Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
Reaching the summit of Blackcomb Peak.
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
Looking north toward Wedge Mountain.
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
Negotiating the ridge with Blackcomb Peak on the right
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
This bump is part of the ridge and located beside Horstman Hut.
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
This lake is fed by the Decker and Spearhead glaciers.
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
This ice axe is part of a tribute to climbers at the summit; the summits beyond the Spearhead Range are in the background.
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
The summit cairn, with the Black Tusk's distinctive shape to the right.
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
View from the summit.
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
The Spearhead is only a short side trip; Wedge Mountain is prominent in the background on the left.
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
The ridge is rocky and narrow in areas, but not technical.
Louis O
Photo Date:
08/12/2017
Using the glacier to approach the peak is fun. Bring all glacier travel gear.