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.
So if your flight is at 9pm, just show up at 9am to check in and check your baggage, then just leave the airport and return like 30 mins before departing :) obviously, this option is only really viable if you're going to be hanging out with friends and/or family before your flight and they are also your ride.