Prusik Peak/West Ridge

Trip

Intermediate Alpine Climb - Prusik Peak/West Ridge

FOR TRAINING ONLY -- NOT AN ACTUAL TRIP.

  • Sat, Aug 26, 2023 — Sun, Aug 27, 2023
  • Kitsap Branch Climbing Program
  • Climbing
  • Intermediate Alpine
  • Adults
  • Intermediate Rock Climb
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 19.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 7,000 ft
  • Pace: 1,000 ft/hr

FOR TRAINING ONLY -- NOT AN ACTUAL TRIP.

Meeting place and time TBD as the trip date gets closer. 

FOR TRAINING ONLY -- NOT AN ACTUAL TRIP.

This trip is contingent upon permit availability and suitable weather. It may be postponed or the destination may be changed due to weather or lack of permits. 

Day one, we'll approach from Aasgard Pass and make camp between Perfection and Inspiration lakes. Day two, we'll get up early to attempt the west ridge of Prusik Peak before returning to our camp, packing up, and heading out. Expect to get back to your car after dark. 

I'll schedule a zoom call a week prior to the trip to discuss logistics and send out a spreadsheet to determine gear, tent sharing, carpooling, etc.

LEADER PERMISSION REQUIRED--please don't sign up until you've received permission. Let me know what you've been up to in terms of climbing and conditioning in the last three months.

Route/Place

Prusik Peak/West Ridge



  • Green Trails Mt Stuart No. 209

    USGS Enchantment Lakes

    USGS Cashmere

    Green Trails Alpine Lakes East (Stuart Range) No. 208SX
  • 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)
  • 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 locking carabiner
  • Belay device
  • Climbing harness
  • Helmet
  • Chock pick (nut tool)
  • Rescue pulley
  • Fleece or puffy jacket
  • Rain jacket and full-zip rain pants
  • Belay gloves
  • Warm gloves or mittens
  • Cordellete
  • Picket or other relevant protection
  • Extra webbing or cord
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