Ascend the Cascade Range on Mount Shasta via the Hotlum-Bolam Ridge on a 3-day climb with fully-qualified SWS Mountain Guides.
Group
Cascade Range
3 Days
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Extremely Fit
Intermediate
Standing at the southern end of the Cascade Range in California is the volcano of Mount Shasta, the second-highest in the mountain range.
Measuring 4,322 meters above sea level, the volcano provides spectacular natural views and challenging climbs.
Our ascent will follow the Hotlum-Bolam Ridge that is ideal for intermediate climbers seeking to heighten their experience on alpine routes.
Ascending the summit will reward you with vistas of distant northern California as well as southern Oregon. During clear days we’ll be able to glimpse Mount Hood in the Southern Cascades.
As well as climbing you’ll be instructed on a number of techniques ideal for intermediates. Beginning with basic crampon use, ice axe belay, and glissading, we’ll move on to proper usage of rope, quick safety belays, ice anchors and team techniques.
If there’s time then we’ll develop other areas of climbing skills, such as pacing technique, and route selection and decision making.
Once we arrive on the north side of Mount Shasta we will hike to camp that lies at the base of the Hotlum-Bolam Ridge. After acclimatizing we’ll begin our ascent to the summit via the ridge.
Basic mountaineering skills and experience is necessary to join this climb.
Get in touch now to reserve your place on a 3-day climb to the summit of Mount Shasta via the Hotlum-Bolam Ridge in California.
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Rope
- Harness
- Helmet
- Ice axe
- Camping equipment tents
Price includes: Professional instruction/guide, breakfast(s), freeze dried dinner(s), ice axes, helmets, harness, group equipment including ropes and safety equipment, group camping equipment including tents and stoves, permits, and license fees including Mt. Shasta summit fees. Mountaineering Boots, Snowshoes (early season), and Crampons are NOT included but are available for rent. Please check with us for the full rental equipment list. Food: Group breakfast(s), dinner(s), and hot beverages included. Please bring your own favorite, high-calorie, high-carbohydrate lunches and snacks. Examples: bagels, cheese, dried fruit, trail mix, Clif bars, chocolate, etc.
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