Summit of Virgin Peak, Virgin Mountains, Nevada

The summit of Virgin Mountain (8,087ft) took two attempts, the first attempt resulted in me turning back due to becoming quite ill. After turning back, I made it back down the south ridge a ways before I had to lay in the dirt and go to sleep. I wasn't suffering from altitude sickness but from low blood sugar and probably dehydration due to trying to ascend quickly without drinking water and eating. Live and learn.
The second attempt proved victorious to summit but it was a beat down. This is an intense hike, throw in post holing through the snow with crampons and it takes on another flavor. Total time to summit and return, ten hours pretty much non stop. I figure around twelve miles from where I parked. I should also note that there is no water, you have to carry lots...at least a gallon. I would not attempt this in summer, save it for the cooler months but be prepared for snow and ice. There is no trail, I did build some cairns on my route. This video is a combination of both attempts to summit. Stay safe out there and thanks for watching!
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