Guidebook
5 Epic Volcano Climbs in Washington
The most popular and accessible routes up Washington's five volcanoes.
Description
The five Cascade volcanoes in Washington state attract thousands of climbers each year due to their challenge and beauty. As some of the highest mountains in the state of Washington, the iconic Cascade volcanoes punctuate the skyline.
This guide showcases the most straightforward routes to each of these volcanic summits.
Some of these routes require glacier travel, while others only require basic snow scrambling skills. These routes assume snow coverage, though in late summer, several of these peaks are accessible without crossing snow.
Mount Adams - South Spur
Mount Adams - South Spur
18.6 km
2,092 m
Non-technical snow scramble to the second highest summit in Washington state.
Easy
Private
Mount Saint Helens - Worm Flows
Mount Saint Helens - Worm Flows
16.6 km
1,794 m
Winter route to the summit of one of Washington's most iconic mountains.
Easy
Private
Mount Rainier - Disappointment Cleaver
Mount Rainier - Disappointment Cleaver
Mount Rainier National Park
23.3 km
2,757 m
Classic route to Washington's highest summit
Moderate
Private
Mount Baker - Easton Glacier
Mount Baker - Easton Glacier
22.7 km
2,278 m
A straightforward route to one of Washington's classic volcanic summits
Easy
Private
Glacier Peak - Disappointment Peak
Glacier Peak - Disappointment Peak
52.5 km
3,484 m
Unforgettable journey to Washington's most remote volcano.
Easy
Private