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Sahale Peak/Quien Sabe Glacier

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Basic Glacier Climb - Sahale Peak/Quien Sabe Glacier

Single-day climb of Sahale Peak via Quien Sabe Glacier.

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John Angulo
John Angulo
Primary Leader
  • Sat, Jul 19, 2025
  • Seattle Climbing Committee
  • Climbing
  • Basic Alpine
  • Adults
  • Basic Glacier Climb, Basic Rock Climb, Strenuous 3, Technical 2
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 10.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 5,780 ft
  • FULL, 5 on waitlist (6 capacity)
  • FULL, 1 on waitlist (3 capacity)
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy

This is a  mentored lead by Arnold Galit for basic course grads 2024 and earlier.  No 2025 students. Early alpine start from the TH for an ascent of the Quien Sabe Glacer, descent via Sahale Arm and Cascade Pass.  No overnight gear needed, but be prepared for a strenuous, 16 hour day.   Car camping near the TH on Friday night recommended.

Details TBD.

Route/Place

Sahale Peak/Quien Sabe Glacier

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • The Ten Essentials
  • Mountain boots that can accept crampons (not hiking boots)
  • Crampons
  • An ice axe (not technical ice tools)
  • A sleeping bag rated to +20 degrees or colder
  • A sleeping pad
  • 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
  • Rescue pulley
  • Fleece or puffy jacket
  • Rain jacket and full-zip rain pants
  • Warm gloves or mittens
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