North American Classic Climbs

Mount Stuart

North Ridge

One of my personal favorites. The Central Cascades are a miniature Sierra Nevada-like range of nice peaks, among which Stuart is the crowning glory. The route has a long approach that includes a short but interesting glacier crossing, then solid granite on a stimulating ridge. For a bigger and more technical challenge, consider doing the entire ridge from its base in the valley below, avoiding the rappell at the top that bypasses the upper ridge.

Type:

Alpine Mixed

Seriousness:

Location:

Central Cascade range, Washington, USA

References:

G9, I1

Rating:

III, 5.7, or IV, 5.9 for the full ridge.

Route Descriptions & Maps:

None

First Ascent:

D. Claunch, J. Rupley, September 9, 1956

Trip Reports:

Anderson, 9/01