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Sahale Peak/Quien Sabe Glacier

09/01/12 (Sat)

Trip
Seattle Climbing


Ed Greutert

5:30 AM

Boston Basin Trailhead


There are two ascent routes. The easier route follows the left side of the Quien Sabe Glacier to the top of the left side then traverses right along the base of the rock face below Sharkfin Tower. Continue traversing until the Glacier begins to steepen toward the Col. The alternate ascent is significantly shorter and much more direct. Scramble from camp to the right side of the Glacier. Work through the crevasses of the lower section of the glacier (up to 45 deg. and very exposed). The two ascent routes merge about half way up the Glacier to the Col. From the Col traverse right to the summit. Take ice axe and crampons for short but exposed snow traverse on Col to summit block. Scramble loose rock to summit (class 3). The direct route is a lot shorter on the ascent but for experienced climbers who do not mind some exposure. Can be done as one long day but best done as two days to avoid a late return. Excellent late season climb.

All- This will be a strenuous one-dayer up Sahale Peak. This outing is open to all Basic Students and grads. Also, this climb will be expanded based on the number of rope leads that sign up, so if you know of anyone that can serve as a rope lead, please let them know. Details for the outing to follow, but I suggest planning on car camping Friday night at the trailhead. If you are not sure if you are physically capable of doing this climb, please consult your SIG leader.

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Trip Data
Basic Glacier
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Moderate

Cascade Pass (USGS)
Cascade Pass-80(GT)

Cascade Alpine Guide, Vol II
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