This page is a supplement to Climbing The Cascade Volcanoes, my guide to summit routes up the high volcanoes of the Cascade Range. This page will list route updates and access and permit information for Mount Adams, as well as links to trip reports, photos, and other online Mount Adams climbing resources. If you would like to order Climbing The Cascade Volcanoes, please go to the Books page for ordering information.

Mount Adams

Mount Adams

At 12,276' elevation, Mount Adams is the third highest of the Cascade volcanoes, and one of Washington's most popular summits. A long, crowded snow and scree climb via the South Spur. The North Ridge offers a less-crowded alternative.

Reference: Climbing Washington's Mountains.

Links:

US Forest Service

Mount Adams Climbing Information.



South Spur

Northwest Outdoors Guide Trip Report.
Ski Mountaineering Trip Photos.



North Ridge

Matt Robertson's Trip Report.
Eric Hoffman's Trip Report.
Michael Stanton's Trip Report.



Other Routes

SummitPost.com Mount Adams Page.
SkiMountaineer.com Mount Adams Page.

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