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Pinnacle, Plummer, Denman, Lane & The Castle

Trip

Basic Alpine Climb - Pinnacle Peak & The Castle

The climb is now open to all branches but preference will be given to students who still need this type of climb to graduate.

Contacts

Ralph Wessels
Ralph Wessels
Primary Leader
  • Strenuous 3, Technical 4, Basic Alpine Climb
  • For Beginners (Getting Started Series)
  • Mileage: 7.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,400 ft

7:30 at the Pinnacle Peak TH.

This is a fun and scenic climb.

Route/Place

Pinnacle, Plummer, Denman, Lane & The Castle


  • USGS Mt Rainier East
    USGS Mt Rainier West
    Trails Illustrated Mount Rainier National Park
    Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
  • See full route/place details.
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • The Ten Essentials
  • Mountain boots that can accept crampons (not hiking boots)
  • A back pack (40 to 60 liters)
  • Webbing and accessory cords
  • 6 straight gate carabiners
  • 2 locking carabiners
  • Large pear-shaped carabiner
  • Belay device
  • Climbing harness
  • Helmet
  • Chock pick (nut tool)
  • Fleece or puffy jacket
  • Rain jacket and full-zip rain pants
  • Belay gloves
  • Warm gloves or mittens (possibly)
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