Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
Mt. Baker reclaimed the world record for single season snowfall in 1998-99 - 95 FEET, taking it from Rainier. Next to Rainier, Baker is the most glaciated peak in the lower 48 states. This is a fairly long route with moderate crevasse risk. Camping on the edge of the Coleman Glacier is spectacular! The lower camp is best, before you get onto the glacier. Fit, small teams can do this route car to car in a day.
Activity Notes
Climb of Mt. Baker via the Coleman-Deming route over three days. Depart Portland early a.m. on Thursday, July 15, 2021, meet at the Glacier Public Service Center in Glacier, WA, at 9:00 AM. Proceed to TH and begin hike into base camp by late morning. Friday, July 16, 2021, is summit attempt day. Up early for the climb, then return to camp after the summit to spend the rest of the day in camp resting and enjoying the view. Depart base camp for the TH early morning on Saturday, July 17, 2021, and return to Portland later that afternoon. Find Activity Financial Aid Info here: https://mazamas.org/financialaid/
| Other Information | |
|---|---|
| Driving Distance from Portland | 310 miles |
| Driving Time from Portland | 7 hours |
| General Route Info | Glacier Public Service Center at 360-599-2714 or Mt. Baker Ranger District office at 360-856-5700 Summitpost: https://www.summitpost.org/coleman-deming-glaciers/155420 |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in two or more days |
| Relevant Books | Summit Guide to the Cascade Volcanoes by Jeff Smoot Selected Climbs in the North Cascades by Nelson and Potterfield Cascade Alpine Guide: Rainy Pass to Fraser River by Fred Beckey |
| Relevant Maps | USGS 7 minute series, Mt. Baker, and Green Trails Mt. Baker Google map https://goo.gl/maps/CUmbtDQkkjk |
| Awards Qualified | 16 Major NW Peaks |
| Useful Links | GPS Track GPS Coordinates Map |
