Called Takobia (also spelled Dakobed) by the Native Americans of Puget Sound, Glacier Peak is the most remote of all volcanoes in Washington State. Its heavily glaciated slopes are guarded by alpine meadows leading down to ancient old-growth forests of fir and cedar. All approaches to this mountain require more than ten miles of foot travel. For the mountain wilderness lover, Glacier Peak is the jewel of the Cascades.
During this four-day Glacier Peak climb, we take the Gerdine and Cool Glaciers route, involving trail, cross country navigation, and glacier travel. Our guides provide instruction in backpacking and mountaineering during the approach and on the climb. Due to the distances that must be covered, previous backpacking experience is required for this trip.Skills Covered during the Glacier Peak climb:
- Selection of personal equipment and packing for a glacier climb
- Ice axe positions and self-arrest techniques
- Use of crampons
- Walking techniques with and without crampons
- Climbing knots
- Glacier travel skills and rope management
- Navigation and route finding
- Hazard assessment
- Cold weather camping skills
- Leave No Trace
Duration
4 DaysPassport
Not Required for AmericansMinimum Age
13 years oldActivity
MountaineeringAccommodation
Tents
- All permits and fees
- Stoves/Cook Kits
- Tents
- Group climbing equipment
- Guide Services
- Pre-trip Planning/Information session on packing and gear
- Backpacking, mountaineering, and general outdoor safety skills

- Transportation (We will help arrange carpools or transportation can be provided for extra fees)
- All Meals, Hot Drinks or Snacks
- Gratuities for Guides
Note:Depending on weather conditions, we may change the summit day to the second day of the itinerary and hike out on the third day. There could be other changes due to bad weather, unsafe route conditions, or for other reasons beyond our control.