Kristen Kelliher from Hanover, NH, is the youngest female to complete 48 states (17 years, 4 months, and 13 days). She completed on Mount Mansfield on September 11, 2011. The previous record was Danielle Birrer, was 18 years, 4 days old, in 2000. The photo above is on Boundary Peak in 2006. Be sure to check out her gallery which has summit shots from 48 states.
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I am interested in climbing Mt. Elbert this summer. What is the best route for an average climber, best time of year, average time, etc. Any help you can provide is appreciated.
Jim G