Cowlitz Gap & Rocks (winter)

Trip

Winter Scramble - Cowlitz Gap & Rocks (winter)

Sunny winter scramble to a Rainier 100 peak.

  • Winter Scramble
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 6.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,800 ft
  • Pace: ~1.5-2.0 mph

Longmire Inn @ 9AM. Chains required for all vehicles in MRNP. MRNP entrance fee or National Parks pass required for all vehicles.

Leader permission is not required but please be comfortable with the distance, gain, and pace for this trip. 

The plan is to go up via Paradise Road and Fourth Crossing, reach Cowlitz Rocks (which may require crampons) and return via Mazama Ridge. 

Route/Place

Cowlitz Gap & Rocks (winter)



  • USGS Mt Rainier East

    Green Trails Mt Rainier East No. 270

    Green Trails Paradise No. 270S

    Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
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