Hi Steve.. shorter yes how much don't know anywhere from 15min. to a hr I guess, something different to hike up..
On steepness the right side is little more steeper than the left side I've been told, I enjoy the right side the other 3 went up the left side..
you do have to use hand holds but in a way it reminds me of the MR chute but just using your hands more..
hoping to go up there 1 more time before they close the road..
mark
