I agree – you don’t have to be in tip-top shape to make it to the top, but with 16 miles roundtrip, it will certainly take some determination. The incredible views are well worth it though! The cables can be intimidating if you’re afraid of heights, but they were more secure than I expected. No worries. The top is amazing! A few tips for a successful trip:
1) go with a group (safer and more motivation)
2) leave early in the morning, like 5 am (you want plenty of daylight for your hike down, but bring a flashlight just in case).
3) bring and drink plenty of water (last time I drank over 2 liters, there’s one place to fill up a couple miles in)
Have fun!