At just over 2,500 feet, it's the highest point on the TMT. In spring, look for red currant blooming here. From Tom's Crossing, the West Tiger #2 Trail heads steeply uphill providing another way to reach that summit. Continue down the TMT on many switchbacks and, in about 0.3 mile, note the junction with the K3 Trail.
I rarely show up more than 1.5 ahead of time. Another idea: technically, the ticket counters usually open 24 hrs before your flight, and sometimes this is the only way to easily get special seats like exit rows.
What time to be at your airline ticket counter. Departing passengers are advised to arrive inside the terminal at least two hours before their flight during peak travel times (5-8 a.m., 11 a.m. â 1 p.m., 3:30-5:30 p.m.) and 90 minutes before their flight for all other times. Passengers should expect longer than normal waits at security checkpoints.