Mt. Lincoln

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 5/3/2026, By: Another Steve
Info: Traverse from Cameron has a good bit of snow on it from recent storms. The snow had a nice sun crust on it, but wouldn't support body weight. Under the crust, it is powdery and unconsolidated.

Kite lake road is closed near the top for construction. For more info on that and the lower trails, see the Mt. Democrat update I posted. 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 4/5/2026, By: colemfujis
Info: Mostly clear of snow but some compacted snow and ice remains on the ridgeline before the final hill to the summit, would recommend traction due to exposure at that part. 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 2/7/2026, By: brian4328937
Info: Bross to Lincoln/Cameron "saddle" has virtually no snow at all. Somewhat consistent snow to Lincoln from there but only 1-3 inches in most spots. 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 2/7/2026, By: Piotr
Info: Dry trail 60-70% of the time, packed/dry snow otherwise. Did not need spikes for any of the climb. Nice. calm day, spring-like temps. Could have driven to Kite Lake TH if the gate was not closed. 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 1/12/2026, By: jacolc
Info: Parked at gate but was passible to drive to Lake (1 SUV did ). Finally this caused to my way down from South Bross via Red Amphitheater directly to my car. Do not try this in opposite direction. At least until sea of scree will be covered with snow.
I used my micro spike only at the lower part of descent. However they will be useful, especially on Lincoln, after more sunny days.
Do not make my mistake and bring snowshoe in current condition.
Whole loop take me 7.5h 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 11/17/2025, By: bcarver1242
Info: No snow/ice at all, although that's probably done for the season. The roadwork is done, but trailhead is not open (more work still being done on parking area at TH). Gate probably locked for the winter, there's a small area for about 6 cars to park outside the gate 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 8/30/2025, By: Redelectric3
Info: Road conditions are good, I was able to make it all the way up the dirt road until the last 0.2mi to the actual trailhead in my 2004 Honda Accord. There are a few little pull outs right there before the last bit, I definitely recommend parking there if you're driving up in a sedan. I did the classic loop starting up Democrat then going to Cameron and Lincoln and then Bross. The tail is well defined up to the Democrat/Cameron saddle then up to the peak on Democrat is a little bit harder, but there were plenty of "carions" to guide the way. Back down to the saddle and then up Cameron, the path on Cameron is well defined and easy to follow. From Cameron to Lincoln was quick, only took me about 30min total, and the trail is very well defined and easy. Once you're atop Lincoln you turn back towards Cameron/Bross, and you can see the cut path so you don't have to go back up Cameron to go to Bross, which is nice. That part of the trail was my favorite, hiking along the ridge between Lincoln/Bross was really cool! You could see really far basically, and looking down onto each side as you hiked down the very established trail was awesome! Made it to Bross, then headed down the trail back to the cars. Honestly the Bross trail was the worst part of the whole thing, just very steep and skree like. I don't know why anyone would want to do the "reverse Decalibron", I would recommend sticking to the classic start with Democrat. It wasn't overly difficult making it back to the car down the Bross trail or anything, just the most difficult part of the trail in my opinion. I saw the little waterfall near the bottom near the valley, it was flowing full force. Overall it was a great day and a fun hike, I would even consider doing it all again with my friends if they ever wanted to go! I did see a sign at the bottom near Alma that said they would still have the road open till September 7th, I hope y'all can get it and do this before then. The sign did say hiking is still available, just that the road would be closed after the 7th. Thanks 👍 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 7/25/2025, By: Ariella6
Info: in good condition even with all the rain we had weds night. 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 6/20/2025, By: Hiker_Nick
Info: Some snow fields coming from Democrat but not hard to navigate around and its clear where you should be going. My personal favorite out of the loop due to the steep edges but still an easy hike up a well marked trail. 

Route: East Slopes
Posted On: 2/19/2025, By: algryno
Info: Democrat, Cameron, & Lincoln.

I parked 1 mile from Paris Mill due to snow. Road was plowed to Paris Mill when I returned. Donned snowshoes at Paris Mill and kept them on until 13.5k on Democrat. Didn't put them on again for the rest of the day. Ridge from Democrat to Lincoln was wind scoured with a few spots of snow (generally windboard). Returned on the ridge to the col between Democrat and Cameron and walked out. Not surprisingly, much snow being transported by wind all day. Could probably not bring snowshoes but I'm accustomed to them and I loathe postholing if I can prevent it. 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 11/2/2024, By: madmattd
Info: Cameron-Lincoln saddle is basically dry, as is the initial ascent to Lincoln. Above that the trail is generally snow-covered, depth in the 3-4" range. No issues getting up/down without traction aids, but I'd bring them anyway. 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 9/30/2024, By: Honey
Info: Small patch of snow on the north side of Cameron and a little snow on the south ridge of Lincoln. Nice day. 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 9/16/2024, By: Flatlander816
Info: Great conditions, mid 50s temps, sunny, dry. 

Route: Decalibron
Posted On: 8/31/2024, By: wabbajack
Info: Very busy Labor Day weekend crowd. Most were just going for Mt Democrat, but we went all the way to bag all 4 peaks. Winds were mild, though temps started heating up towards 2-3pm. Started hike a little before 7am and made it down before 3pm, with ample time for photos and snacks. 

Route: East Slopes
Posted On: 8/16/2024, By: euro16v
Info: Very windy today, 50+ MPH winds on the north face climbing just beyond the snow cap, so powerful you had to squat and shield your eyes otherwise they just watered like crazy