Optional ice climbing to ascend glacier to the east face. Up to 10 pitches of 5th class rock with stretches of poorly protected 3rd and 4th class simul-climbing. Rappel and down climb the route to descend.

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 275 miles
Driving Time from Portland 5 hours
Expected Duration Car to car in two or more days
Relevant Books Climbing Washington's Mountains by Jeff Smoot Cascade Alpine Guide: Stevens Pass to Rainy Pass by Fred Beckey
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