North Early Winter Spire/Northwest Corner
A Grade III climb in the North cascades near Washington Pass that is six pitches of mostly sustained 5.9-5.9+ climbing on excellent rock. It is known for its burly 3-4" crack on Pitch 4.
getting there
Take Exit 232 (Cook Road) off of I-5 at Burlington, turning east to Sedro Wooley and SR 20. Continue on SR 20 to the Blue Lake Trailhead (5,200 ft), 1.5 mi west of the pass.
Notes
- See Cascade Alpine Guide, Vol. 3 for a good route description and climbing topo.
- Suitable Activities: Climbing
- Climbing Category: Intermediate Alpine
- Seasons: May, June, July, August, September
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Intermediate Rock Climb
- Length: 5.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,372 ft
- 7,753 ft
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Land Manager:
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forests
Methow Valley Ranger District (OWNF)
- Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
- Recommended Party Size: 4
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
- Green Trails Washington Pass No. 50
- USGS Washington Pass
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