Disapointment Cleaver Update 9/14/22

Camp Muir has been quiet lately with only a few guided groups and independent parties coming through. On the Disappointment Cleaver Route has had large crevasses open up on the upper mountain, making it difficult for ladders to span the gaps. This heavily broken terrain makes for challenging climbing conditions. If you plan to head up the mountain, keep in mind that there are fewer people around during this time of year. Having enough equipment so your team can be self sufficient is vital because any search and rescue efforts could take days!  

A nighttime view from Camp Muir looking down at the Goat Rocks Fire (long exposure)

Lastly, the weather is changing! Washington has had many wildfires in the last few weeks, but the damp weather in the last few days has reduced the smoke. As more precipitation works it's way into the forecast, be wary of rain events with a dropping freezing level. This can cause icy surface conditions and make for dangerous travel conditions.