West Ridge 

FA:  Type:  Trad, Alpine Consensus:  5.7 [details] Length:  4 pitches, 400 feet, Grade III Season:  Spring - Fall Views: 878 page views Submitted By: Karsten on Mar 22, 2006 Add Photo  Add Comment

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Climbers coming up the West Ridge Photo by Michiel...

Description 

This climb mainly goes up easier terrain on solid rock. The most distinctive pitch is near the top and goes up a short exposed slab (5.7). Otherwise the climbing is 5.5 or easier. Stay fairly close to the ridge proper looking for easiest path. Spectacular position and fun climbing make this a classic. It would see 100X the traffic if you didn't have to hike 6 hrs to get to it.

Location 

Coming up from Icicle canyon traverse the west side of the lake and climb to the top of the saddle on the west side of the peak. The route begin to the right up the prominent ridge.

A few rappels on the north side of the peak will get you back to easier ground. Downclimb the route.

Protection 

Nuts and pro to 3 inches. There are no bolts but may be slings for anchors.

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BETA PHOTO: West Ridge is the ridge on the left. Photo by Blit...