Mt. Aix is the dominant Cascades peak in the William O. Douglas Wilderness just east of Mt. Rainier National Park -- and ranks as the 39th most prominent peak in the Washington Cascades (7766' elevation). With a southwest exposure and located in Mt. Rainier's rain shadow, this peak is often accessible earlier in the season than many peaks of comparable height. Great views of the surrounding Cascade peaks and often mountain goats.

Activity Notes

One-day scramble--we car-camp at the free no-services trailhead the night before--up the highest peak in the William O Douglas Wilderness. Mt. Aix is in Mt. Rainier's eastern rain-shadow, so we should have an awesome view if the air isn't smoky. What we won't see too much of is Mt. Aix, as our destination will be hidden behind Nelson Ridge for most of our approach. Plan to leave Portland at 2:00 pm Tuesday and return around nightfall Wednesday. Successful applicants to this climb will be in excellent 2021 condition and have Mazamas profiles (climbs, hikes) that hint at experience scrambling up rock. No one will be permitted onto the climb without a climbing helmet and all the more usual things listed on the gear list. Find Activity Financial Aid Info here: https://mazamas.org/financialaid/

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 203 miles
Driving Time from Portland 4 hours
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
Relevant Books Cascade Alpine Guide, Volume I, Columbia River to Stevens Pass by Fred Beckey
Relevant Maps USGS 7 minute series, Bumping Lake & Timberwolf Mountain Google map
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