Middle Sister, Hayden Glacier, North Ridge

Activity Notes

Let's enjoy a three day climb up Middle Sister on the popular and beautiful Hayden Glacier route. This will be a recent BCEP/ICS student preference climb with additional preference given to active Mazamas volunteers.  Climb Leader has Wilderness overnight camping permit. Rough Schedule Tuesday Early AM: Leave Portland and drive to Sisters Oregon Tuesday 8 AM:  Breakfast in Sisters at Sister's Coffee Company , 273 W Hood Ave Sisters, OR 97759 Tuesday 10:00 AM: Meet at Sisters Forest Service Ranger Station, distribute group gear, depart to Pole Creek Trailhead Tuesday 11:00AM: Arrive at Pole Creek Trailhead, and hike into the camp NW Forest Pass or America the Beautiful pass is required to park at the trailhead. While day passes can be purchased at the trailhead (bring $5/$10 bills or a check), you'll need three of them, so it is advised to purchase an annual pass in advance Wednesday Early AM: Summit and Return to the camp Thursday AM:  Pack up the camp and hike out.  Team debrief Gallery Restaurant ,  171 W Cascade Ave Sisters, OR More detailed gear list will be shared closer to the climb.