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9,096 ft · Cascade Range, Washington
Mount Logan
Mount Logan is a 9,096 ft peak in the Cascade Range, Washington. The standard route is the Fremont Glacier: 47 mi, 8,900 ft of gain, Class 4.
Photo: Ron Clausen, CC BY-SA 4.0
Mount Logan at a glance
- Elevation9,096 ft2,772 m
- RouteFremont GlacierClass 4
- Distance47 mi8,900 ft gain
- Time3 – 4 daysVery Hard effort
- SeasonJul – Sep
- RangeCascade RangeWashington
Climbing the Fremont Glacier
From Colonial Creek Campground on SR 20 at Diablo Lake, hike the Thunder Creek Trail about 18 mi toward Park Creek Pass, losing and regaining 1,000 ft past Junction Camp and fording Thunder Creek below Thunder Basin. Near the last switchbacks, traverse northeast on a faint climbers path to the gentle Fremont Glacier. A snow finger leads to the summit ridge, then exposed Class 3 to 4 ledges on the east side reach the top; some parties rappel the summit block. The snow finger can melt out late season. Plan 3 to 4 days with a North Cascades backcountry permit.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (55–75 L)
Hiking Boots
Water
Offline Maps
Headlamp
Satellite Communicator
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Emergency Bivy
Mountaineering Boots
Gaiters
Crampons
Ice Axe
Helmet
Rope
Harness
Carabiners
Belay Device
Glacier Glasses
What to watch for
- Glacier travel
- Stream crossing
- Steep exposure
- Loose rock
- Remote location
Quests with Mount Logan
Washington 100 HighestFrequently asked questions
How tall is Mount Logan?
Mount Logan is 9,096 feet (2,772 m) tall. It is in the Cascade Range, Washington.
How hard is it to climb Mount Logan?
The Fremont Glacier is Class 4, which means exposed scrambling, where many parties bring a rope. Yak rates the overall effort very hard: 47 miles with 8,900 feet of elevation gain.
How many days does it take to climb Mount Logan?
Most climbers plan 3 – 4 days for the Fremont Glacier, with at least one night on the mountain.
Is Mount Logan dangerous to climb?
It has real risks: crevasses on the glacier, exposed sections where a fall would be serious and rockfall from loose rock. Teams rope up for glacier travel, and many first-timers climb with a guide.
Do you need crampons and an ice axe for Mount Logan?
Plan on it. Crampons and an ice axe are on the gear list for the Fremont Glacier, along with mountaineering boots that take crampons. Glacier travel also means a rope, harness and crevasse rescue skills. Conditions vary through the season, so check recent reports before you go.
When is the best time to climb Mount Logan?
The usual climbing window is July to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Mount Logan with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list