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How long is the hike to Adams Peak?

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What is the total distance and average time it takes a moderately fit person to climb Adams peak for the sunrise.

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The main Hatton route to climb Adams Peak is about 7 kilometers long and consists of roughly 5500 steep concrete steps. For a moderately fit person, the hike up takes about 3 to 4 hours. Most people start climbing at 2 AM to reach the summit in time for the spectacular sunrise.

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