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8,990 ft · Cascade Range, Washington
Mount Redoubt
Mount Redoubt is an 8,990 ft peak in the Cascade Range, Washington. The standard route is the South Face: 23 mi, 7,800 ft of gain, Class 4.
Mount Redoubt at a glance
- Elevation8,990 ft2,740 m
- RouteSouth FaceClass 4
- Distance23 mi7,800 ft gain
- Time3 daysVery Hard effort
- SeasonJul – Sep
- RangeCascade RangeWashington
Climbing the South Face
From Chilliwack, BC, drive Chilliwack Lake Road to unsigned Depot Creek Road and park at the gate. Old roads reach the border in 2 miles; a rough path then climbs Depot Creek past handlines at the falls to Ouzel Lake. Climb a buttress onto the Redoubt Glacier, cross a 7,800-ft notch, and follow Class 3 gullies to a cannonhole and a short Class 4 finish. Expect crevasses and loose rock, and carry a rope. US law requires entering at a port of entry, which this walk-in skips. A North Cascades backcountry permit is required; get it at the Marblemount Wilderness Information Center.
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
- Crevasses
- Loose rock
- Complex logistics
- Remote location
Quests with Mount Redoubt
Washington 100 HighestFrequently asked questions
How tall is Mount Redoubt?
Mount Redoubt is 8,990 feet (2,740 m) tall. It is in the Cascade Range, Washington.
How hard is it to climb Mount Redoubt?
The South Face is Class 4, which means exposed scrambling, where many parties bring a rope. Yak rates the overall effort very hard: 23 miles with 7,800 feet of elevation gain.
How many days does it take to climb Mount Redoubt?
Most climbers plan 3 days for the South Face, with at least one night on the mountain.
Is Mount Redoubt dangerous to climb?
It has real risks: crevasses on the glacier 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 Redoubt?
Plan on it. Crampons and an ice axe are on the gear list for the South Face, 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 Redoubt?
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 Redoubt 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