Near Old Snowy Mountain
Climbing down from the peak of Old Snowy Mountain.

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Old Snowy Mountain

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Steep accent and some scrambling off of the PCT to summit a peak with breathtaking views of Rainier, Adams, and Helen's.
0.6
mi
Distance
699
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Commonly BackpackedViewsWildlife

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.56mi
Distance
699ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
7,878ft
High Point
7,179ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Just off of the PCT, you can do a steep and short accent to this peak. There is a little bit of scrambling near the top, but with it come 360 degree views of the Cascades. Follow the cairns when the trail gets less sure and you then can finish with a quick scramble to the peak.

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