Originally Posted by
Jebby_ca
So I'm thinking of climbing Mt. Fuji in the middle of September, most likely the weekend of Sept 18th. The most challenging hike I've done was the Grouse Grind... how's Mt. Fuji compared to the Grind, besides the height difference?
Well, have fun. September 18th is past the season, which means that transportation is limited, most of the huts will be closed, and I wouldn't be surprised if temperatures at the summit are well below freezing, with some chance of snow.
As for comparing it to the Grouse Grind, considering the summit of the Grouse is at 1,100 meters with a vertical climb of 850 meters, and Mt. Fuji is 3,776 meters, which is altitude sickness territory, I would say the Grouse isn't even in the same league.
But go ahead, just leave your contact details so they may search for you when you don't come back after 24 hours.