Another hot day in Las Vegas left me with limited options for a climb so I settled on ascending a minor peak at the east edge of the city. Frenchman Mountain is known for its view of the city.

The hike began on a steep road so full of loose rock it was like ascending a scree slope. I passed a man coming down who did both summits. When he told me that the South Summit was fenced off, I decided to climb only the North Summit (later I learned it's possible to go around the fence). With no approach and an elevation gain of 433 m, this would be a quick trip which suited me fine as it was already hot in the morning.

When I reached the North Summit I found power poles prevented me from taking a panorama. So I dropped down to the road and ascended 70 m to the nub east. This lesser peak, clear of man's handiwork, afforded unobstructed views as well as a feeling of solitude.