Mt. Shuksan
Ch’ésqen
Sulphide Glacier
The Sulphide Glacier route offers a spectacular intermediate-level alpine adventure. The climb begins in a lush valley and ascends a ridge to reach the Sulphide Glacier, one of the largest glaciers on Mt. Shuksan. From the glacier, the route gradually leads up to the summit pyramid, where the real excitement begins.
To reach the summit, we will climb steep snow and moderate rock to gain a small perch at the top. The views from the summit are stunning: Mt. Baker to the west, a white-capped sea of Canadian peaks to the north, and on clear days, Mt. Rainier to the south.
This program is perfect for climbers who have enjoyed climbing a route on the South Side of Mt. Hood and are eager to expand their repertoire of alpine climbing skills to include glacier navigation and alpine rock climbing.
The Sulphide Glacier is also a perfect intermediate-level early-season ski mountaineering objective. It offers long, wide-open skiing on an impressive glacier.
Duration: 3 days
Max climber-to-guide ratio: 2:1
Price per person:
1 climber $1950
2 climbers $1350
Dates: Custom, private dates are available in July and August
Fisher Chimneys
The Fisher Chimneys rivals Mt. Baker’s North Ridge as one the most classic advanced-level alpine climbs of the North Cascades. It is truly a quintessential Pacific Northwest adventure.
Climbing the Fisher Chimneys is no walk in the park and requires a well-tuned toolbox of alpine climbing techniques. This program is a perfect next step for climbers who enjoyed Mt. Hood’s Cooper Spur or have prior alpine climbing experience with Trillium Alpine Guides. Depending on the time of year, the route could involve a fun mix of snow, steep glacier ice, and rock scrambling. The truly memorable summit rewards climbers with stunning views of Kulshan and the surrounding peaks of the North Cascades.
Duration: 3 days
Max climber-to-guide ratio: 2:1
Price per person:
1 climber $1950
2 climbers $1350
Dates: Custom, private dates are available in July and August
