Climb the Forbidden Peak (2,687m) West Ridge in the North Cascades National Park, 3 days

Join a certified mountain guide for this challenging yet rewarding three-day mountaineering ascent of Forbidden Peak in North Cascade National Park. Climb through snow and ice as well as over gneiss in order to conquer this classic North American peak.

Group

Cascade Range

3 Days

Jul - Sep

High

Intermediate

Highlights

* Combine rock climbing and mountaineering for one incredible adventure.

* Enjoy outstanding views of North Cascade National Park.

* Conquer one of the 50 classic climbs of North America.

Description

Set in the heart of North Cascade National Park, Forbidden Peak is an incredibly beautiful but steep climb that has been heralded as one of the 50 classic climbs of North America.

While the approach is strenuous and the climb requires glacier travel and steep ascents up exposed rock, the views from the top of the west ridge are phenomenal.

The reward for all of your effort is excellent views out over the surrounding peaks as well as out over the massive Boston Glacier.

This three-day adventure starts in Seattle, where we will meet up on day one and make the 2.5 hour drive into the park. Once we've arrived at the trailhead, we will climb a steep and rugged trail into the Boston Basin, gaining 3,200 feet in elevation. We will either make our camp at the tree line or just beneath an unnamed pocket glacier.

Beginning our second day with a predawn start, we will ascend the pocket glacier at the base of the south face of Forbidden Peak and traverse to the West Ridge Couloir. This is followed with a steep, 40 to 50 degree climb through the snow until we reach the crest of the ridge.

From here, we will exchange our mountain boots for rock shoes and climb up to the top of the peak on its solid Skagit gneiss.

After enjoying the incredible views, we will descend back down and spend the night at our camp. The following day, we return to the car and then to Seattle.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this incredible 3-day mountaineering experience to the top of Forbidden Peak!

If you like the look of this trip then we think you will also enjoy our 5-day ascent of Mt Rainier via the Emmons-Winthrop Glacier Route!

Price includes

- Guiding fee

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinner

- Transport during the trip

Price details

Please note that these prices only apply to our scheduled dates.

Equipment you will need to bring

Please contact us for a complete equipment list.

About the guide

Mountain

Mountain Guide

For over 35 years, Mountain Madness has been bringing profound outdoor experiences to trekkers and mountaineers across the globe. We have built a strong foundation of skills and expertise, fueling our passion to impart our wisdom onto other like-minded explorers. Cultivating an enthusiasm for the
outdoors while helping you enjoy the journey and achieve your goals is a dream come true.

Our mission is to provide the best experience possible and to instill a passion for adventure. We value cultural exchange, take pride in facing physical and mental challenges head on, and strive to development wilderness skills that encourage self-discovery without compromising our environment.

Climbing, trekking, and skiing worldwide allows Mountain Madness to guide internationally. Our success and determination have given us worldwide acclaim and reignited our hunger – from Rainier and Baker to Kilimanjaro and Everest, no adventure is too big or too small.

Our guides have extensive training and are AMGA and/or IFMGA-certified guides. We enjoy assisting in all aspects of your trip, from the first conversation to the last goodbye. The collection of activities are endless, with alpinists, trekkers, explorers, mountaineers, and ski tourers on our team. To assist first time explorers and grizzled veterans in finding hidden, everyday wonder is our pleasure.

Languages

English

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