Rte 73, cross over a height of land to the South Fork, and follow it up into the Dix Cirque, climbing the longest of the East Dix slides to East Dix's summit. This hike was completed in August, 1998. Overall, the hike, a 15 mile loop with approximately 4000 feet of vertical, is very, very strenuous. The East Dix slide is difficult and strenuous with packs or for those without experience, but it is nevertheless one of the least steep major slides in the High Peaks according to McMartin's guidebook. Terrain, throughout the hike is good to very good .
Ground is even and generally has a good, firm soil base.
The herd path that connects the various peaks of the Dix Range is very evident and in 1998 when this hike was taken, mostly dry. You do get brush-whipped from either side. Unique view from E. Dix of the Dix Cirque that feeds the South Fork of the Bouquet River. Outstanding views from Dix Mtn in all directions. S. Dix has no views unless you work your way south from the summit to some open slabs.