ALPINE ASCENTS BLOG

• Cascade Conditions Report – June 6, 2025

  The past week has brought a stretch of high pressure across the Pacific Northwest, delivering phenomenal weather and excellent climbing conditions throughout the Cascades. Our teams have taken full advantage of the sunshine, with successful ascents on Mount Rainier, Mount Baker, Mount Adams, and numerous peaks in the North Cascades. Warm temperatures are accelerating snowmelt […]

• Cascades Conditions Report 5/24/2025

  We’re off to a strong start this spring in the Cascades! Our last two trips on the Muir Route of Mount Rainier have reached the summit, with teams reporting very favorable conditions on the upper mountain. Snow coverage remains excellent, with firm travel conditions during the early morning hours. Weather windows have been stable, making […]

• Cascades Conditions Report 5/21/2025

  Greeting fellow climbers, It’s a busy week for climbing! With Senior Guide Ben Jones at the helm, our Everest team has been climbing strong and will be tagging the top of the world any day now. Ben is sharing progress from his 10th summit attempt on our cybercast. Two climbers will also be attempting Lhoste […]