Travis Weil

Travis Weil

Guide: Washington

Travis grew up in the farmlands east of St. Louis. He began climbing in the Ozarks while in college. It was there he discovered his love for teaching people the art of climbing. He eventually began guiding in the mountains of western North Carolina where he guided rock and ice climbs. In 2019, he moved to Washington and began guiding in the alpine. When not guiding, Travis also works as a ski instructor and an amateur Youtuber.

Take 5 with the Guide

What was your first mountain?
Mount Russell

What’s always in your snack bag?
Goldfish

Favorite childhood breakfast cereal
Cinnamon Toast Crunch

One piece of advice for aspiring mountaineers
Skiing down is more fun than walking down…

What’s your favorite thing to do when you’re not guiding?
Creating Youtube videos

Significant Ascents

North Ridge, Mt Stuart
North Ridge, Mt. Baker
North Face, Mt Shuksan
North Ridge, Forbidden Peak
Backbone Arete, Dragontail Peak

Certifications

AMGA certified Rock Guide
AMGA certified Alpine Guide
AMGA certified Assistant Ski Guide
AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Provider
AIARE Course Lead Instructor
PSIA Alpine Level 2
Wilderness First Responder and CPR certified
Leave No Trace Trainer
AIARE Pro 1
amga-rock
amga-alpine
amga-spi

ALPINE ASCENTS BLOG

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    If Denali is on your horizon, it’s time to get serious about training. Join world-renowned alpinist, Uphill Athlete founder, and co-author of Training for the Uphill Athlete, Steve House for a deep dive into what it truly takes to prepare for North America’s highest peak. In this session, Steve breaks down the key principles behind […]

  • Cascades Conditions Report 9/3/2026

    Hello climbers, It felt like the switch to fall happened in the mountains this week!  Cool temperatures and precipitation have returned to the mountains.  New snow returned to mid and upper elevations over the last couple days, and a handful of inches is expected over the next few days and leading into the weekend as […]

  • Cascades Conditions Report 8/19/2026

    Hello climbers, Conditions continue to stay phenomenal around the mountains in Washington. Smoke forecasts look really good throughout the rest of the week and into weekend. We are starting to see some mid to late August weather patterns start to creep in, with blip of cooler temperatures and light precipitation working its way into the […]

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