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Activity Notes
Glacier Peak is the most remote peak in the Cascade Range climbed by the Mazamas. No roads get within 8 miles of the mountain, which leads to a long approach, also providing great beauty and a variety of terrain. This is a very long climb, but not technically demanding. While there is glacier travel (hence the name, and the need for comfort with team arrest and crevasse rescue skills), the crevasses are relatively small and easy to navigate.
The approach begins in a beautiful and serene old-growth forest. After passing the tree line, the route moves through high open meadows and grassy slopes, often covered in a beautiful variety of flowers. From there, the route crosses a volcanic bowl, filled with an amazing variety of rocks. This is a very cool place if you are into geology. We will either camp here, or make our way up to Glacier Cap.
On day two, we will switch to snow travel, moving up mild to moderate angle snow and will navigate crevasses, as we make our way to the summit. After capturing our summit photos and eating a few snacks, we will head back the way we came. On the way down, we may move our camp downhill to shorten the return trip to the cars on day three.
