Mount Shuksan: Fisher Chimneys
The North Cascades are a climber’s playground. They offer big mountain terrain in an unbelievable setting. Their jagged ridges and rocky summits are surrounded by snowfields and glaciers, which will put all of your previous mountaineering skills to the test. On this trip we will attempt the Fisher Chimney's route on Mt. Shuksan, which is the world’s most photographed mountain. This is a classic route, which involves 3rd-5th class rock, steep snow up to 50 degrees and glacier travel.
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CLIMB DETAILS
Price: $1100 Per Person
Length: 2 days
Guide-to-Client Ratio: 1:2
Difficulty: Strenuous
When: July 19-21, 2023 - FULL
July 28-30, 2023
August 1-3, 2023 - FULL
Type: Mountaineering
Type: Experiential
INCLUDED
2:1 NEM Guide Ratio
Camping throughout
All Group Gear
Emergency Gear
NCNP Climbing Permit
NOT INCLUDED
Airfare
Transportation
Personal Gear
Lodging when in town (unless listed otherwise)
Meals
Rental gear
Gratuities
RENTAL GEAR
Most of the required equipment [listed below] is available for rent from our affiliate mtnGEAR. NEM climbers will receive an exclusive discount of 20% discount on all rental equipment and clothing.
2023 DATES AVAILABLE
We are now booking July 2023. Do you have a different date in mind? Let us know and we will work to make your dream come true!



Day 1: Arrival into Seattle, WA. Drive into North Cascades National Park (3hr drive) and meet your guides at the designated campground by 5PM. Overnight at the campground.
CLIMBING ITINERARY BEGINS
Day 2: We will wake early and drive to the Trailhead. Our approach to Lake Ann will begin with a descent into the valley. A few hours of hiking through snow and wildflowers we will begin a mellow ascent to Lake Ann. The real climbing begins past the lake where we enter the Fisher Chimneys. We will spend night one above the chimneys. Overnight in tents.
Day 3: Summit day begins well before sunrise. We'll ascend steep snow, traverse two glaciers and begin the climb of the 3rd-5th class summit pyramid as the sun rises. This spectacular summit offers wonderful views of the North Cascades and Mt. Baker. The day is only beginning however as we will descend all the way to high camp. Overnight in tents.
Day 4: Our final day will see us descending the Fisher Chimneys and hiking back out to the cars. Overnight at the campground.
CLIMBING ITINERARY ENDS
Day 5: We will begin the drive back to Seattle and say our goodbyes. Afternoon flights can be booked, but we encourage you to take an extra day and to visit Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, and the amazing city of Seattle.
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