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Base-camp for Mt Ritter is at Lake Ediza (9,300ft)which is about 6 miles from the trailhead in Agnew Meadows (8,300ft). The climb itself dominates the ridge just about Lake Ediza. Most of the route is class 2, and a number of parties have questioned the existence of any class 3 on this route. To be sure, it is usually an easy class 3 climb at most. Climbers should be prepared for icy conditions on the glacier.
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| Driving Distance from Portland | 745 miles |
| Driving Time from Portland | 14 hours |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in two or more days |
| Relevant Maps | http://caltopo.com/map.html#ll=37.68619,-119.18478&z=15&b=t&o=r&n=0.25 |