Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
This is an moderate ascent of a gentle peak in the Cascade Pass area in central WA, with outstanding views and classic alpine terrain: a nice approach trail, a short bit of glacier travel, and some 4th class rock scrambling on the summit block. While commonly done with a high camp, it can be climbed car-to-car in a long day.
The summit vistas are spectacular, from Mt. Baker south to Glacier Peak.
Note the correct name - Sahale Mountain, NOT Mt. Sahale or Sahale Peak.
Activity Notes
We'll head up to the North Cascades to climb one of the most picturesque mountains in the park. The climb consists of a scenic approach and a full alpine buffet!
| Other Information | |
|---|---|
| Driving Distance from Portland | 310 miles |
| Driving Time from Portland | 6 hours |
| General Route Info | This route can be climbed card to car in a long day, but why not make it two days with a high camp with some of the most spectacular Cascade views you can imagine. weather: https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Sahale-Mountain/forecasts/2586 snow depth: http://www.nohrsc.noaa.gov/interactive/html/map.html |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in two or more days |
| Interesting Features | Mountain Views |
| Relevant Books | Cascade Alpine Guide: Stevens Pass to Rainy Pass by Fred Beckey Selected Climbs in the Cascades Vol. 2 by Nelson and Potterfield Climbing Washington's Mountains by Jeff Smoot |
| Relevant Maps | USGS 7 minute series, Cascade Pass Trails Illustrated North Cascades National Park #223 Google map https://goo.gl/maps/Xgf4uH9D8aG2 |
| Useful Links | GPS Track GPS Coordinates Map |
