Summit the most iconic peaks of the Pacific Northwest with our experienced guides. With a decades-long track record on these routes, we’ll keep you safe on the climb of a lifetime.
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Northwest Climbs
SUMMIT CLIMBS
Northwest Alpine Guides offers summit climbs throughout the North Cascades of Washington State. The peaks of the Pacific Northwest are the most heavily glaciated mountains in the Lower 48 States, and they rank high among the world’s premier climbing destinations. Whether you are a first-time climber just beginning to explore the mountains or an experienced mountaineer focused on developing your skills, the Cascade Mountains are an excellent landscape for your adventures.
Glacier Peak – At 10,541 feet, Glacier Peak is the most isolated of Washington State’s five major volcanoes. Known as “Dakobed” in the Sauk Indian dialect, it stands alone in the heart of the Glacier Peak Wilderness. The standard South Side Route via the Gerdine and Cool glaciers offers an excellent remote mountain experience for climbers of all skill levels.
Mount Olympus – At 7,962 feet, Mount Olympus is the highest peak on the Olympic Peninsula. It is one of the most aesthetic mountains in Washington, a remote and peaceful collection of rock pinnacles emerging from a massive ice cap riddled with crevasses and dramatic ice falls. From the summit, climbers enjoy views of the rest of the Olympic Mountains, the Cascades, Seattle, and Victoria, B.C.
Sahale Mountain – At 8,680 feet, Sahale Mountain is a moderate climb surrounded by stunning 360-degree views of the North Cascades. Climbers may choose between two route options on Sahale, the Quien Sabe Glacier or the Sahale Glacier. The routes follow mountain streams through lush forests, then cross glaciers to reach Sahale’s final snow ridge and a rocky summit scramble.
Ruth Mountain – At 7,115 feet, Ruth Mountain is a moderate glaciated peak and a fitting objective for beginner mountaineers. From the icy summit of this ancient volcano, climbers enjoy panoramic views of Mount Shuksan, Mount Baker, Hannegan Peak, and the rarely visited Picket Range.