Damnation Peak

Damnation Peak is a strenuous, 7 mile round trip backcountry ski or winter scramble with around 3,700 ft in elevation gain. The route in follows a logging road on the SW flank of Oakes Peak and leads to outstanding views of the North Cascades.

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Start from the Thornton Creek Road. Ascends the valley of Damnation Creek and then takes the south ridge to the summit. 

  • Difficulty: M2 Advanced Ski
  • Length: 7.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,700 ft
  • 5,639 ft
  • Land Manager: North Cascades National Park
    Steven Mather Wilderness
  • Parking Permit Required: None
  • Recommended Party Size: 6
  • Maximum Party Size: 6
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 6
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  • USGS Damnation Peak
  • USGS Mt Triumph
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