North Cascades National Park

Four Day Mixed Alpine Climbers Classic Tour (4 Days)

Our 4 day trip to Boston Basin is recommended for people who want to experience the full gamut of classic alpine climbing. The area has a number of peaks and routes such as Sharkfin Tower, Sahale Peak and as well as the well known Forbidden Peak. Climbing these routes requires a sound application of many of the skills required for alpine climbing. The itinerary for this trip will be custom and we can base our choice of routes on participant’s abilities and climbing goals. There are routes of all levels of difficulty available on the peaks in this area.

Offered: July- early September. Dates arranged on request.
Cost: $375/day for one climber, $275/day for two climbers.
Maximum group size: 2 climbers.

Mt. Shuksan- The Fisher Chimneys (3 Days)

This route is a classic mixed climb with all elements of the alpine experience! There is plenty of exciting glacier travel and a rocky summit pyramid that requires some exposed moves. Be prepared to go light and cover some ground!

Offered: July- early September. Dates arranged on request.
Cost: $375/day for one climber, $275/day for two climbers.
Maximum group size: 2 climbers.

Mt. Shuksan- The North Face (3 Days)

Probably the most strenuous of the routes on Mt. Shuksan, the North Face receives relatively few ascents. The climb starts by a huge descent in the White Salmon valley, followed by a bushwack up the other side to gain a camp at the start of the face. The face itself has 40-50 degree snow and ice climbing on it, followed by some incredible rock climbing on it. Descent is made via the Fisher Chimneys. A carry over and traverse of one of the North Cascades most iconic mountains!

Offered: July- early September. Dates arranged on request.
Cost: $375/day for one climber, $275/day for two climbers.
Maximum group size: 2 climbers.

Eldorado Peak Climb (3 Days)

Eldorado is a rugged climb at a relatively moderate standard for technical difficulty. A wilderness experience that includes glaciers, scrambling on rock and STEEP trail climbing, this trip is very strenuous and very rewarding. This is a great trip for fit climbers who want to get into the heart of the range and want easier climbing with an jaw dropping back drop.

Offered: July- early September. Dates arranged on request.
Cost: $375/day for one climber, $275/day for two climbers.
Maximum group size: 2 climbers.

Black Peak- Northeast Ridge (2 Days)

Black Peak is on the east side of the range, and often offers better weather and conditions than the west side. This climb has a beautiful camp by a lake and offer very scenic ridge climbing at a moderate standard. The views into the center of the range are spectacular. This is great introduction to climbing in the range.

Offered: July- early September. Dates arranged on request.
Cost: $375/day for one climber, $275/day for two climbers.
Maximum group size: 2 climbers.

Forbidden Peak- West Ridge, East Ridge, or North Ridge (3 Days)

Ahh Forbidden Peak! An amazing peak in an amazing setting. There is a good reason that this peak made it into the 50 Classic Climbs of North America! We offer climbs of the major ridges on this magnificent peak. Some snow climbing is typically required, but a lot of the climbing is on the rock. We can help you narrow down a route choice based on your previous experience.

Offered: July- early September. Dates arranged on request.
Cost: $375/day for one climber, $275/day for two climbers.
Maximum group size: 2 climbers.

Torment- Forbidden Traverse (3 Days)

Experts only please! The Torment- Forbidden Ridge traverse is spectacular and there are several spots along the ridge to bivy. Spending the night on an alpine ridge under the stars in unforgettable. The climb ends on the uber-classic West Ridge of Forbidden. When the weather conditions are settled, this ridge traverse is one of the best in the range. Rock climbing ability up to 5.6 required with a light overnight pack.

Offered: July- early September. Dates arranged on request.
Cost: $375/day for one climber, $275/day for two climbers.
Maximum group size: 2 climbers.

Private Guiding

Please contact us if our dates do not fit into your schedule. All climbs can be scheduled according to individual needs.