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Broken Top is a heavily eroded volcano with spectacular views of the Three Sisters. It's a fairly easy ascent - a bit of easy snow and one very short section (10 feet) of 5.1 rock climbing.
Activity Notes
If we can get an overnight permit, this will be an overnight at Green Lakes.
If not, it will be a one day push.
This climb is ideal for BCEP grads who are looking to add an alpine rock climb to their resume in order to apply for ICS. ICS grads are welcome to apply, especially if you want to put your skills to use.
| Other Information | |
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| Driving Distance from Portland | 190 miles |
| Driving Time from Portland | 4 hours |
| Distance - Round Trip | 380 miles |
| General Route Info | Broken Top is a dramatically eroded core of an ancient volcano, with spectacular views of all three sisters and the central Oregon cascades. The climb can be done car to car in a long day, or as a more pleasant 2 day outing with an overnight backpack camp at the popular Green Lakes area. |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in two or more days |
| Interesting Features | Glacier(s) |
| Relevant Books | Oregon High, by Jeff Thomas |
| Relevant Maps | USGS 7 minute series, Broken Top, and Geo-Graphics Three Sisters Google map https://www.google.com/maps/@44.0829076,-121.7085357,15z/data=!5m1!1e4?hl=en |
| Useful Links | GPS Track GPS Coordinates Map |
