Mount Hinman/Hinman Glacier
A glacier climb in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness that takes you through the Necklace Valley.
getting there
Turn south onto Forest Road 68 (Foss River Road) from US 2 just east of the Skykomish Ranger Station. Follow Forest Road 68 for about 4 miles to the Necklace Valley Trailhead.
APPROACH
Hike the Necklace Valley Trail to a camp at La Bohn Lakes.
ASCENT ROUTE
Ascend east from La Bohn Lakes to the Hinman Glacier and then ascend the glacier to the summit.
DESCENT ROUTE
Descend climbing route.
TRIP PROFILE
| SEGMENT | TIME (HOURS) | ELEVATION GAIN (FEET) |
|---|---|---|
| Trailhead to Camp | 7 | 4,700 |
| Camp to Summit | 5 | 1,600 |
| Summit to Trailhead | 7 |
EQUIPMENT
Standard glacier gear, ice axe and crampons.
NOTES
- Consider an optional side trip to La Bohn Peak.
- Suitable Activities: Climbing
- Climbing Category: Basic Alpine
- Seasons: May, June, July
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Basic Glacier Climb
- Length: 24.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 5,800 ft
- 7,497 ft
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Land Manager:
Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Skykomish Ranger District (MBSNF)
- Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
- USGS Big Snow Mtn
- USGS Mt Daniel
- USGS Skykomish
- Green Trails Alpine Lakes West (Stevens Pass) No. 176S
Activities
Upcoming Activities
Basic Glacier Climb - Mount Hinman/Hinman Glacier
Climbing Trip
Wonderful climb of a hidden gem in the Necklace Valley area
Difficulty: Basic Glacier Climb
Sat, Jul 9, 2022 - Sun, Jul 10, 2022
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Basic Alpine Climb - Mount Hinman/Hinman Glacier
Climbing Trip
3 day alpine climb of a seldom visited area
Difficulty: Basic Glacier Climb
Mon, Aug 22, 2022 - Wed, Aug 24, 2022
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
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