
Trip
Alpine Scramble - Trappers Peak & X Mountain
Three 3 days to attempt Thornton Peak, Trappers Peak and X Mtn with overnights at Thornton Lake. This area in the N Cascades is stunning. Contingent on weather and being able to get a walkup camping permit the day before. Please read leader's notes.
- Thu, Jul 31, 2025 — Sat, Aug 2, 2025
- Seattle Alpine Scrambling
- Scrambling
- Adults
- Very Strenuous
- Challenging
- Mileage: 20.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 7,500 ft
- 4 (4 capacity)
- 2 (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Rescheduled from 2024
Please research these peaks as there is plenty of information out there. Make sure these scrambles are in your comfort zone. I've only done Trappers Peak previously.
Bad weather and/or smoke will likely cancel the trip or change the destination.
Tentative Itinerary:
Day 1: TH to Thornton Lake Camp
4.57mi/+2558/-619
TBD, but know it will be early. I will be there the day before to try to get the permit.
Thornton Lakes & Trappers Peak
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Green Trails Marblemount No. 47
Trails Illustrated North Cascades National Park - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
- The Ten Essentials
- Helmet
- Mountaineering Boots
- Ice Axe