The White Salmon Glacier is an alternative route to the Fischer Chimneys rouite on Shuksan. It's a shorter and more direct approach, but can be well guarded by punishing brush. Go early season (mid June in most normal snow years) for easiest passage.

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Driving Distance from Portland 320 miles
Driving Time from Portland 6 hours
Expected Duration Car to car in two or more days
Relevant Books Selected Climbs in the Cascades Vol. 2 by Nelson and Potterfield Cascade Alpine Guide: Rainy Pass to Fraser River by Fred Beckey
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Awards Qualified 16 Major NW Peaks
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