Summit Series:

Mt. Timpanogos

A progressive hiking series designed to prepare you for summiting Mt. Timpanogos this September.

Train With Purpose. Climb With Confidence.

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Train With Purpose. Climb With Confidence. 〰️

What is Summit Series?

A structured progression of challenging hikes designed to build endurance, elevation strength, and mountain confidence.

Each hike increases in difficulty and prepares you for our final goal: Mt. Timpanogos Summit - September 2026

This is not our typical hike meet-ups. This is training.

You will get stronger.

You will be challenged.

You will be supported.

What to Expect:

  • Sustained elevation gain

  • Alpine conditions

  • Minimal extended stops

  • Group pacing expectations

  • Mental grit + physical growth

What We've Done
Grandeur Peak - February 16
Grandeur Peak - February 16

Grandeur Peak is where the Summit Series begins. A steady climb, big valley views, and the perfect reminder that we’re capable of more than we think. This is our first test of grit — and our first shared summit of 2026.

Frary Peak - March 7
Frary Peak - March 7

Frary introduces sustained mileage and rolling elevation gain. It’s a strategic endurance day designed to strengthen our base and prepare our legs for bigger vertical later in the season.

Mt. Olympus - April 12
Mt. Olympus - April 12

Shorter in mileage but big in elevation gain, Mt. Olympus pushes pacing, mindset, and determination. This climb teaches us how to stay steady when it gets steep.

Pfeifferhorn - May 16
Pfeifferhorn - May 16

Pfeifferhorn introduces exposure, route finding, and high-alpine terrain. This is where we refine footwork, build confidence on rocky sections, and step fully into advanced summit mode.

Mt. Nebo - June 14
Mt. Nebo - June 14

Nebo tests stamina at higher elevation and builds the mental strength needed for long summit days. It’s about pacing smart, fueling well, and staying steady when it counts.

Box Elder Peak - July 18
Box Elder Peak - July 18

Box Elder Peak fine-tunes our endurance with steady climbing and long, rewarding miles. This is where everything we’ve built starts to feel strong, controlled, and confident.

Lone Peak - August 2
Lone Peak - August 2

Lone Peak is a true alpine challenge — big vertical, route finding, and rugged terrain. This is where strength, skill, and mental grit come together in a serious summit effort.

Timp Shoulder Run - August 22
Timp Shoulder Run - August 22

By Timp Shoulder, we’re strong, prepared, and dialed in. This hike tests endurance, pacing, and teamwork at elevation. A powerful reminder that the summit is within reach.

Mt. Timpanogos Summit - September 20
Mt. Timpanogos Summit - September 20

Mt. Timpanogos is the culmination of our entire Summit Series™ journey. Months of training, grit, early mornings, and earned strength lead to this — standing together on one of Utah’s most iconic summits.

Summit Series Sneak Peak

How To Train Between Hikes

    • Grandeur Peak

    • Black Mountain

    • Bell Canyon lower waterfall

    • Lake Blanche

    Goal: 2,500-3,000 ft elevation gain sustained

    • Twin Peaks

    • Kessler Peak

    • Lone Peak lower saddle

    Goal: Long-duration endurance (4+ hours)

  • Practice:

    • 8-12 mile days

    • 4,000-5,000 ft gain

    • Early alpine starts

    • Nutrition strategy

    • Ensign Peak (repeat laps)

    • Mount Wire

    • Ferguson Canyon to first saddle

    • Dry Creek Trail (partial)

    Goal: 1,500-2,000 ft elevation gain comfortably

    • Mount Raymond

    • Gobblers Knob

    • Desolation Trail

    • Upper Bell Canyon

    Goal: 3,000+ ft with confidence

  • Focus on:

    • Back-to-back hiking days

    • Steep descents

    • High elevation exposure

    • 4,000+ ft gain efforts

Who This Series Is For

Summit Series is designed for hikers who:

  • Have completed multiple moderate-to-hard hikes

  • Can sustain uphill climbing for 2+ hours

  • Maintain a steady pace without extended breaks

  • Are self-sufficient with gear, fuel, and hydration

  • Are comfortable in winter and alpine conditions

If you’re newer to hiking — we LOVE that.

But this series may not be the right starting point.

Reach out if you’re unsure. We’ll guide you.

Preparedness Checklist

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.

Contact us

  • Summit Series hikes move at a steady training pace. While we never abandon anyone, we are not able to pause for extended periods. If a participant cannot maintain a safe group pace, they may be asked to turn around with a hike lead.

  • This series is not designed for first-time hikers. We recommend building experience through moderate trails before registering.

  • That’s okay. Growth takes time. However, repeated inability to meet pacing or preparedness expectations may require additional conditioning before joining future Summit Series hikes.

  • No. But it is structured. We hike with purpose.

  • No — but consistency builds strength. The more you commit, the more prepared you’ll feel for Timp.

  • There is no formal fitness test. However, you should be actively training, strength building, or hiking consistently between events.

  • Safety always comes first. Weather, avalanche risk, or unsafe pacing may result in route changes or cancellation.

🌟 Founder Note

Summit Series was created to push us beyond “comfortable.”

Mt. Timpanogos is not a beginner summit. And I believe in preparing with intention. You are capable of more than you think — but preparation is power.

I cannot wait to climb with you!

– Mel, Founder of Girls Gone Hiking™