Cascade Pass:

Mt. Buckner 9,080’ (North Face or North Face Couloir)

Grade III, 40 to 50 degree snow and ice.  2-3 days round trip.

Shark Fin Tower 8,120’ (Southeast Ridge)

Grade II, 5.0, 30 degree snow, Glacier Travel.  2 days

Forbidden Peak 8,815’ (West Ridge)

Grade II-III, 5.6, 50 Degree snow. 2-3 days

Sahale Peak 8,680’  (Southeast Ridge)

Grade II, 3rd-4th Class rock; steep glacier, exposed snow. 1-2 days round trip.

Johannesberg Mountain 8,200’  (Northeast Buttress West Rib Variation)

Grade V, Mid-fifth class; snow and ice to 40 degrees.  1-2 days (experienced climbers only)

Eldorado Peak  8,868’  (East Ridge)

Grade II, Exposed 35 degree snow.  1-3 days.

Sahale 8,680’  (Quien Sabe Glacier)

Grade II, 3-4 class rock, steep glacier, exposed snow.

Washington / Rainy Pass:

Liberty Bell 7,720’  (Beckey Route)

Grade II, 5.7 Rock, 5-8 hrs.

South Early Winters Spire 7,807’  (South Arête)

Grade II, 5.4 5-8 hrs.

Black Peak 8,970’ (South Ridge)

Grade II+, Class 4 Rock, 30 Degree Snow, 1-2 Days.

Cutthroat Peak 8,050’  (South Buttress)

Grade III+, 5.8 6-10hrs.

Leavenworth

Ingalls Peak 7,662’  (South Ridge)

Grade II 5.4 4-8hrs. (East Ridge) Grade II, 5.7 4-8hrs.

Colchuck Peak 8,705’  (North Buttress Couloir)

Grade III, 3rd & 4th class rock, 30 to 50 snow and ice.  1-2 Days.

Mt. Temple 8,292’  (Temple Ridge)

Grade II+, 5.6.  1-2 Days.

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Smith Rocks is one of the most beautiful and unique climbing areas in the country. Boasting over 1500 climbing routes, the cliffs tower at over 550 high over the Oregon high desert plateau, which is at approximately 3300 feet above sea level. Climbers from all over the world travel here for the opportunity to climb on the cliffs, which are composed of welded tuft from ancient volcanoes. Whether you are a new climber, or an experienced climber looking to broaden your horizons, this is the trip for you!

Travel Arrangements:

All participants should book a flight to the Portland Oregon airport (PDX). The price of a plane ticket, as of October 2008, is between $250 and $350 dollars. As always, the sooner the ticket is purchased, the more affordable it will be. We will meet up as a group at a time TBD (based on arrival times). We will then travel to Smith Rocks together after picking up a rental car. The drive from Portland to Smith Rocks is approximately 3 hours.

We will be camping at Smith Rocks State Park, across the river from the cliffs.

All equipment is provided, and no experience is necessary!

Itinerary:

Day 1:

The first day will be spent traveling to the site, setting up camp, and going over basic climbing techniques and principles. Clients will have the opportunity to do some top rope climbing

Day 2:

The day will be spent top roping some of the best climbs in the area

Day 3:

Clients will have the opportunity to follow guides on some 2 pitch climbs, giving them the chance to get 200+ feet off the ground and learn new techniques and skills

Day 4:

Clients can choose to climb or hike. In the evening, we will make a trip into Bend.

Day 5:

Clients will follow guides on big multipitch climbs

Day 6:

Clients will spend the day top roping climbs of their choice.

Day 7:

Depart for home

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