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MOUNT BAKER

2 Day Mount Baker Climb

3 Day Mount Baker Intro to Mountaineering Climb

Mount Baker North Ridge Climb

6 Day Mount Baker Expedition Training Course

5 Day Mount Baker Glacier Mountaineering Course

Northwest Climbs

Mount Baker Climbs & Courses

Northwest Alpine Guides offers guided ascents of Mount Baker in Washington State. Our climbs are led by our professional mountain guides, who provide skills instruction and carefully monitor the safety of every team member. Join us for an ascent of the second most glaciated peak in the contiguous United States!

2 Day Mount Baker Climb – At 10,781 feet, Mount Baker, also known as “Kulshan,” is one of the most picturesque volcanoes of the Cascade Range. It is home to the second largest glacial system in the Lower 48 States, exceeded only by Mount Rainier. Our two-day climb is best suited for those with previous climbing experience, or those with a high level of athletic fitness and the ability to learn climbing skills quickly. To maximize your chances of success, Northwest Alpine Guides will choose to ascend via one of two standard routes on Mount Baker based on mountain conditions at the time of the climb.

3 Day Mount Baker Intro to Mountaineering Climb – Are you eager to experience the beauty and thrill of glacier mountaineering? In our three-day Summit Climb and Introduction to Mountaineering School you will learn the fundamental skills you need to climb Mount Baker successfully with a guide. This course is designed for first-time climbers and for those seeking to refresh their climbing skills. Mount Baker’s easy access to glaciated terrain and remote, wilderness setting make it a superb choice for anyone seeking their first mountaineering experience on a large glaciated peak. Breakfast, dinner and hot drinks are provided on the mountain.

5 Day Mount Baker Glacier Mountaineering Course – Learn how to climb big mountains on the second most glaciated peak in the Lower 48 States! In this course, you will establish a foundation of essential glacier mountaineering skills and put them to use while ascending to the summit of Mount Baker. The curriculum is designed for climbers seeking to develop the skills they need to travel safely and independently in glaciated environments or climb larger objectives such as Denali, Aconcagua and the high peaks of the Himalaya. You will practice the fundamentals of glacier mountaineering and snow climbing, including crampon and ice axe technique, self-arrest, rope team travel, crevasse rescue and more. Breakfast, dinner and hot drinks are provided on the mountain.

Mount Baker North Ridge Climb – Mount Baker’s classic North Ridge is a spectacular challenge for climbers seeking to hone their skills on steeper glaciated terrain. The North Ridge is one of the best moderate “big mountain” alpine snow and ice climbs in the Lower 48 States.

6 Day Mount Baker Expedition Training Course – With the stunning terrain of Mount Baker as your classroom, you will learn how to prepare for expeditions in the great mountain ranges of the world, such as the Alaska Range, the Andes and the Himalaya. This curriculum includes an ascent to the summit of Mount Baker and emphasizes the technical and logistical skills needed to climb large peaks and move safely and independently in glaciated environments. During the spring season, we will travel with snowshoes and sleds and learn how to build a secure expedition snow camp. Your guides will teach you the fundamentals of glacier mountaineering and snow climbing, including crampon and ice axe technique, self-arrest, rope team travel, crevasse rescue, glacier navigation, snow and ice anchors and more. Northwest Alpine Guides’ 6-Day Expedition Training Course allows more time for you to develop advanced mountaineering skills.