There is a large outcropping of crumbly basalt on the south-eastern part of the top of the dome....I would consider this the tippy-top.
This short 20 foot scramble yielded absolutely gorgeous views, west, into the inner basin...most likely the best IB views one could find since you could see all of the peaks and summits at once.....as well as San Francisco caldera in its glory.
Wanted to note in case anyone comes across this who is not from the area...the road to Lockett Meadow has been closed for some time due to the fire and flooding that destroyed the road. As of now to my knowledge, there is no date for reopening. You can still get to Lockett Meadow; but you have to hike up the road, so keep that in mind if you go.
callthedoctor - Oct 31, 2002 8:12 pm - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentHard to tell where the exact "summit" is....
There is a large outcropping of crumbly basalt on the south-eastern part of the top of the dome....I would consider this the tippy-top.
This short 20 foot scramble yielded absolutely gorgeous views, west, into the inner basin...most likely the best IB views one could find since you could see all of the peaks and summits at once.....as well as San Francisco caldera in its glory.
callthedoctor - Oct 31, 2002 8:20 pm - Voted 10/10
Untitled Commentare the best time as it is VERY crowded on Sat. and Sun.
cjmall - Sep 3, 2023 7:31 am - Hasn't voted
Lockett Meadow Rd and Campground are ClosedWanted to note in case anyone comes across this who is not from the area...the road to Lockett Meadow has been closed for some time due to the fire and flooding that destroyed the road. As of now to my knowledge, there is no date for reopening. You can still get to Lockett Meadow; but you have to hike up the road, so keep that in mind if you go.