From base camp, follow a foot path to cross the S ridge leading toward Spire Point at 6,200'. Drop down approx 200' and traverse at a bearing of 80 deg. (SSE) to below a prominent cliff. Continue on a 57-60 deg bearing (SE) to a shallow depression (glacier polished rock in late season) on a heathered ridge. Then go 90 deg (S) to below the lower cliff of another spur ridge. From here ascend a broad snow slope (boulder field in late season) at an 80 deg bearing (SSE) to just below the top of the ridge. Traverse onto the Dome Glacier and follow a 115 deg bearing (SSW). On the upper glacier, climb through crevasses to the notch at 8,560', just N of the summit. On the other side of the notch climb along the snow slope for 300' to top, and then climb a rock arete for 500' to the summit (8,920'). This is a long and strenuous climb to a major and remote wilderness peak. It should be scheduled for 3 full days. The rock ridge is exposed. Some parties have taken rock gear to belay and/or set up fixed rope(s).

This is a long strenuous climb appropriate for those who are in shape, but the remote views are well worth it! Day 1: Bike 11 miles, then hike 9 miles with 3,000' gain, about 3 miles of brush Day 2: Summit day is 5,000' gain Day 3: Exit Must have completed another alpine or glacier outing this year, or otherwise convince me you are in shape for this trip. Need a mountain bike to ride closed road. Will not go if bad weather.