The peak is in those hills, but not visible yet

On the east ridge, looking at the peak, with Guajalote Peak behind

Final slope to the top

Top rocks and brush

Northeast view, American Peak

East view, San Rafael Valley, Huachuca Mountains

Veterans Peak

U X Peak as I descend the west ridge

The peak as seen from the road opposite the small canyon

Montage: morning colors, on UX Road, and two of the peak as I ascend

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