All About Mt. Major

abay · 05-19-2004, 10:28 AM

As was mentioned already, there are two trails available from the Rte. 11 trailhead. The left at the fork (about 2/3 of the way up) is the more difficult, yet more scenic and popular. The difficulty is primarily due to a somewhat steep rock scramble near the summit. Taking a right at the fork results in a much more gradual climb.

My kids would hike with me from about age 4 and up. We went so often that they knew the route better than most. Would always beat me to the top.

I like to make it into a circular hike, returning on the easier route, even though it is slightly longer. (Downhill is always the more difficult on the knees).

Regardless, make sure you have appropriate footwear. Ankle support is needed, and the rocks at the top can be very slippery.

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05-19-2004, 10:28 AM	#13
abay Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 29 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	As was mentioned already, there are two trails available from the Rte. 11 trailhead. The left at the fork (about 2/3 of the way up) is the more difficult, yet more scenic and popular. The difficulty is primarily due to a somewhat steep rock scramble near the summit. Taking a right at the fork results in a much more gradual climb. My kids would hike with me from about age 4 and up. We went so often that they knew the route better than most. Would always beat me to the top. I like to make it into a circular hike, returning on the easier route, even though it is slightly longer. (Downhill is always the more difficult on the knees). Regardless, make sure you have appropriate footwear. Ankle support is needed, and the rocks at the top can be very slippery.