From the Elderberry Canyon trailhead, follow an unmaintained trail up the canyon. Exit the canyon to the North Ridge and follow it to the summit.

Elderberry Canyon

North Ridge

Liberty Route

From Horton Lakes Trailhead, follow the trail until the crossing at Horton Creek. Head north along the creek, bushwhacking until the entrance of the col can be seen. Head up the col until the start of the snow. Follow the most obvious line, and avoid the bowl on the right. The slope gradually steepens from 30 degrees to 50+ degrees, before depositing you on a rock band (snowfall dependent) just below the summit. Climb through the rock band, being cautious of loose rock, until the summit is reached. Descend off the backside using the Horton Lakes trail.

This route follow Mt Tom's prominent North Ridge, with 7700 feet of elevation gain over the course of 5 miles. The majority of the route is 2nd and 3rd class, and most parties attempt to complete the route in a day.

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Routes in Mt. Tom