Lavangstinden

From Tromsø take the E8 towards Nordkjosbotn, turn off at Fagernes for Breivikeidet and, a few kilometres before Breivikeidet, fork right towards Sjursnes. Vargedalen is the single distinct notch in the slopes of Nakkefjellet on the left; there are several parking spots by the road and a sign at the start, just before a small bridge (about 170 m). The first 400 m or so crosses boggy ground, then the line climbs steeply on the south (right) side of Vargedalselva through sparse birch to a small rocky area below cliffs and one more steep step into a hanging basin. In winter the slopes between 400 and 600 m are 30–35°, the opposite (south-facing) side is much steeper, and the stream bed is a terrain trap where avalanche debris collects. Markings end in the upper valley. At the end of Vargedalen turn south and climb a short 27–30° slope to about 740–780 m; above this the ground flattens and rises evenly to the summit. Approach the cairn from the west to avoid the cliffs and cornices along the east side. In summer the upper slopes hold boulder fields and late snow patches; keeping close under the rock face and using the snow tongues saves effort. Descend the same way. Summer round trips take about 4 hours for fit walkers; the ski guidebook gives 5–6 hours up and down.