Southwest Ridge Route
सगरमाथा राष्ट्रिय निकुञ्ज, Sagarmatha Zone, Nepal
Out-and-back trail in सगरमाथा राष्ट्रिय निकुञ्ज, Sagarmatha Zone, Nepal. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.4 mi (7.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,783 ft (1,458 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 50 min
- High point
- 21,857 ft (6,662 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Campsite: Camp 1 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Camp 2 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Camp 2.9 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
- Campsite: Camp 3 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from start
- Peak: Ama Dablam 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Southwest Ridge Route
How long is Southwest Ridge Route?
Southwest Ridge Route is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 50 min. It climbs 4,783 ft (1,458 m) in total, up to a high point of 21,857 ft (6,662 m).
How hard is Southwest Ridge Route?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Southwest Ridge Route?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Southwest Ridge Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Southwest Ridge Route shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Southwest Ridge Route?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Southwest Ridge Route?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap