The top
The North Ridge of Charleston
Rick nearing the top
Kyle Canyon far below
Jim nearing the top
Smile, you're almost there
Jim Ness
Alan Pulsipher
Randall Bresee
Tryge Simpson
At the top
We were the first to summit Charleston in 2002. The September 11 flag was still waving, although somewhat tattered.
We descended via the North Loop trail. This was our first break after traversing the series of rock bands below the summit.
Charleston from the North Loop trail
Jim Ness and myself
Back home to unpack and dry gear