Snow Creek Wall

Climb Outer Space (5.9), Orbit (5.8+) or White Slabs (5.7) on the popular Snow Creek Wall in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness near Leavenworth.

Getting There

From US-2 in Leavenworth, drive the Icicle Creek Road (Forest Road 26) ~4.3 miles to the Snow Lakes Trailhead (1,300 ft).

approach

Hike the Snow Lakes Trail 2 miles to 3,200 ft. At this point, the trails begins to follow the Snow Creek. Find  and follow the climbers path to the base of Snow Creek Wall.

ascent

Outer Space

  • Grade III, 5.9
  • Six pitches
  • Medium rack to 3.5 inches

Orbit

  • Grade III, 5.8+
  • Seven pitches
  • Medium rack to 2.5 inches

White Slabs

  • Grade II, 5.7
  • Four pitches

descent

Follow the climbers descent trail from the summit back to the base

Notes

  • Climb midweek to avoid the weekend crowds.

INFORMATION FOR LEADERS

SCHEDULING & PERMITS

All our fee-based course field trips and clinics are required to secure a permit with the USFS for this location. The USFS issues a maximum of 4 permits per day on weekdays only. Weekend field trips and clinics are not permitted. Please contact info@mountaineers.org with any questions and to secure your permit with the USFS.

  • Suitable Activities: Climbing
  • Climbing Category: Intermediate Alpine
  • Seasons: June, July, August, September, October
  • Weather: View weather forecast
  • Difficulty: Intermediate Rock Climb
  • Length: 5.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,800 ft
  • 4,160 ft
Map
  • Green Trails Alpine Lakes East (Stuart Range) No. 208SX
  • Green Trails The Enchantments No. 209S
  • USGS Leavenworth
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  • Snow Creek Wall/Champagne
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