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apogee Member
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Sat Apr 13, 2024 11:37 am
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I'm looking for suggestions for alpine treks, preferably in the N Cascades (or even BC) that are similar in technical difficulty of the Ptarmigan Traverse, stunning beauty, remote, but perhaps 4-5 days in length to do it comfortably. (I'm aware that Ptarmigan can be done in that timeframe, but we are more interested in a quality experience than rushing through it.) This will be a group of three, with solid alpine technical skills. Thank you!
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Schroder Member
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Sat Apr 13, 2024 11:51 am
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dave allyn Member
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Are you planning on climbing any peaks? 4 or 5 days seems like a reasonably casual traverse if you're not climbing any peaks.
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fn1889m Member
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Sat Apr 13, 2024 10:03 pm
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The J Section of the PCT is about 75 miles.
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apogee Member
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Sun Apr 14, 2024 12:39 pm
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That High Route is mind blowing, and obviously far, far beyond what I'm seeking. But it was sooooo good to watch, I shared it with several others. Thanks for that.
I did PCT back in the 80's (pre-ultralight, pre-Instagram). Definitely in the top two favorite sections, but not really interested in doing it again (esp. risking encountering hordes of today's PCT hikers).
Looking for something generally offtrail, that is mildly technical, in alpine terrain. An objective like a peak would be nice, but not required. Perhaps circumnavigation of some range or subrange? Keep the suggestions coming...
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Tom Admin
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Sun Apr 14, 2024 12:47 pm
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Route Loser Member
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Tom, we're sending them over the river these days. Mineral - Ruth - Icy - Blister in a loop from the Baker Trailhead.
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Tue Apr 16, 2024 7:33 am
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Painted Traverse by Glacier Peak
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Now I Fly Member
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Bootpathguy Member
Joined: 18 Jun 2015 Posts: 1792 | TRs | Pics Location: United States |
Chiwaukum high route or traverse
Daniel to Hinman
Pasayten Wilderness
Lots of stuff out of Stehekin & Holden. You could map a lollipop loop
Experience is what'cha get, when you get what'cha don't want
Experience is what'cha get, when you get what'cha don't want
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