€œWithout question, these routes on Prusik Peak are among the most aesthetic rock climbs in the range€, writes Nelson and Potterfield. This great climb with several moderate 5th class rock pitches in the beautiful Enchantment Lakes region near Leavenworth WA is in the rain shadow of the Cascades - often dry when the rest of the state is rainy. The route name comes from the first ascent party lassoing the summit and hauling up the rope for the last few feet. Forest fires are common in this area in the summer - call the USFS before you leave town to be sure the trails are open.

Activity Notes

This granite pyramid is not the largest piece of rock, but its unusually solid and home to some of the cascades best alpine rock routes. Acompanied by a beautiful lake, this peak has everything from the beginner to the burlified alpinist. The West Ridge is one of the greatest easy Cascade climbs while the south face holds splitters & splitters & splitters separated by great ledges. Prusik is said to have the best rock in the range. While popular on weekends you can find the entire peak to yourself at times.

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 270 miles
Driving Time from Portland 5 hours
Expected Duration Car to car in two or more days
Relevant Books Selected Climbs in the North Cascades by Nelson and Potterfield Cascade Alpine Guide: Columbia River to Stevens Pass by Fred Beckey
Relevant Maps USGS 7 minute series, Enchantment Lakes, and Green Trails Map No. 209S, The Enchantments, Washington or Alpine Lakes Wilderness Map, 2nd Edition, published by the Alpine Lakes Protection Society <href="http: maps.google.com="" maps?f="q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Prusik+Peak&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=40.732051,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=47.487339,-120.784249&spn=0.017023,0.04549&t=p&z=15&iwloc=addr"" title="Google map">Google map</href="http:>
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