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Horseshoe Peak


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Horseshoe Peak

An easy Grade II, 5.2 rock climb in the North Cascades near Cascade Pass.

getting there

Drive SR-20 to Marblemount. Drive the Cascade River Road ~22 miles to its end at the Cascade Pass Trailhead.

APPROACH

Hike the Cascade Pass Trail to Cascade Pass. From the pass continue up to Sahale Arm and ascend to the camp at 7,600 ft at the base of the Sahale Glacier. Follow the approach given on Summit Post to the base of the climb.

ASCENT ROUTE

Climb the route in one 100-foot pitch.

DESCENT ROUTE

Do a single rope rappel down the south face, then retrace the approach.

TRIP PROFILE

SEGMENT TIME (HR) ELEVATION GAIN (FT) Elevation (FT) Distance (MI)
Seattle to Trailhead 2.5
Trailhead to Camp 4-6 4,000 ~5.7
Camp to Summit 4-6 1,500 600 ~1.5
Summit to Trailhead 7-9 600 5,500 ~7

EQUIPMENT

Ice axe, crampons, standard glacier travel gear, light alpine rack.

NOTES

This is a strenuous climb as a one day trip. A two day trip would be more moderate and also allow for enjoying the wonderful views at Sahale Camp. Recommended time frame is mid- to late summer.

  • Suitable Activities: Climbing
  • Climbing Category: Basic Alpine
  • Seasons: July, August, September
  • Weather: View weather forecast
  • Difficulty: Basic Alpine Climb
  • Length: 14.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 5,500 ft
  • 8,480 ft
  • Land Manager: North Cascades National Park
    Stephen Mather Wilderness
  • Parking Permit Required: None
  • Recommended Party Size: 6
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
  • USGS Cascade Pass
  • Green Trails North Cascades Ross Lake No. 16SX
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