Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
This is one of the classic lines on a classic NW peak. Expect about 1,000 feet of moderate snow climbing up to about 50 degrees, then comes the fun part - several pitches of near vertical alpine ice, then a stroll to the summit. Descent is typically down the Coleman Deming route
Activity Notes
Please do not apply unless you have experience climbing ice.
Experience can be doing something like Reid HW or Sandy HW, or other backcountry ice where you dealt with AI2-3.
You should be familiar with cleaning and racking ice screws
You should also know how to quickly setup a belay using pickets and/or ice screws. Flaking a rope quickly and managing the station efficiently are essential skills. Do not apply unless you are comfortable with these requirements. These could be acquired through multipitch rock or ice routes.
The dates are tentative and might change based on the weather
| Other Information | |
|---|---|
| Driving Distance from Portland | 310 miles |
| Driving Time from Portland | 7 hours |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in two or more days |
| Relevant Books | Cascade Alpine Guide: Rainy Pass to Fraser River by Fred Beckey |
| Relevant Maps | USGS 7 minute series, Mt. Baker, and Green Trails Mt. Baker |
| Awards Qualified | 16 Major NW Peaks |
| Useful Links | GPS Track GPS Coordinates Map |
