Rock Lake
1 week ago
Steep climb to a beautiful lake with route finding
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Glacier Peak
Central Cascades
updated 3 weeks ago
Today, September 23, 2026, Glacier Peak's trail conditions are varied. From August 29 to August 24, the trail was generally in good condition with no bugs reported. However, snow is a recurring theme, with reports noting it intermittently on the trail, sometimes requiring gear and expertise as of August 29 and July 31. Water crossings, particularly the White Chuck Glacier outflow, have been challenging at times due to strong flows, necessitating boot removal as of August 24. Road access to the North Fork Sauk trailhead remains suitable for all vehicles, as noted in multiple reports from August 29 to July 18.
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The trail has minor obstacles that pose few problems as of August 29. However, water crossings, particularly the White Chuck Glacier outflow, have been challenging due to strong flows and loose mud, requiring boot removal as noted on August 24. There have also been reports of rockfall onto glaciers, as of August 16.
The road to the North Fork Sauk trailhead is reported to be suitable for all vehicles and in excellent condition, with the last mention on August 29.
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Recent3 weeks ago
Central Cascades
3-day climb of Glacier Peak via Disappointment Peak scramble route (plus Disappointment Peak and White Mountain).Day 1: Started from North Fork Sauk TH at 8:15 am. Actually, the excitement started a l...
Older1 month ago
Central Cascades
Had trail, mountain to ourselves. Almost. My son and I arrived to TH at 5 pm Monday, and arrived at Mackinaw Shelter about 8:15. AQI in Darington was 170 when we passed through, but weather forecast w...
Older1 month ago
Central Cascades
2 day solo trip from North Fork Sauk trailhead camping overnight at Glacier Gap and summiting via the Disappointment Peak scramble route. Trip took ~18 hours moving time and ~33 hours elapsed time. Sm...
Older1 month ago
Central Cascades
This is a trip report for the 34 miles from the North Fork of the Sauk River to Glacier PeakRoute:Standard (Suiattle Glacier > Cool Glacier > Disappointment Ridge > Summit)Distance (Roundtrip):34.6mi/...
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades
Route:Standard (Suiattle Glacier > Cool Glacier > Disappointment Peak > Ridge scramble to Summit)Distance (RT):34.6mi/55.7kmGain: 9210ft/2807mType:Overnight/Solo (2day/1night)Moving Time: 16hrs30minGe...
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades
Did this 7/21-7/23. Glacier is still in good condition, I went solo and felt comfortable on the glacier. The snow bridges in glacier gap are starting to get weaker. I lost two blue black diamond trekk...
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades
Car to car glacier peak trail "run"! We probably actually ran only a total of about 8-9 miles out of ~34 round trip. Trails were lovely up to White Pass and through to Marmot Knob (thanks USFS trail c...
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades
We did the standard 3 day route from the North Fork Sauk Trailhead and it's in great shape.Trail is excellent and brush was cleared out, big thanks to the USFS crew. There's no water on the switchback...
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades
An incredible, difficult, and rewarding experience! My favorite WA volcano! July 10-12. We spent 2 nights at White Pass Camp for a big summit day.Wildflowers and marmots galore! Not much water on the ...
North Cascades > Mountain Loop Highway
Two-night trip leaving July 4 and returning July 6. The road to the North Fork Sauk trailhead is driveable by any standard-clearance vehicle. A huge thank you to the WTA work parties who were out tack...