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8,687 ft · Cascade Range, Washington
Remmel Mountain
Remmel Mountain is an 8,687 ft peak in the Cascade Range, Washington. The standard route is the Southeast Slope via Four Point Lake: 35 mi, 6,600 ft of gain, Class 2.
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Remmel Mountain at a glance
- Elevation8,687 ft2,647 m
- RouteSoutheast Slope via Four Point LakeClass 2
- Distance35 mi6,600 ft gain
- Time2 – 4 daysHard effort
- SeasonJul – Oct
- RangeCascade RangeWashington
Climbing the Southeast Slope via Four Point Lake
From Winthrop, drive the West Chewuch Road and FR 51 to the Thirtymile trailhead at road's end. Hike the Chewuch River trail about 12 miles through old burns to the Coleman Ridge trail, ford the Chewuch (knee deep in early summer), and climb steeply to Four Point Lake, a good camp. Follow the faint Coleman Ridge trail to a cairned spur that crosses a meadow and a huge talus slope to the old lookout site, Class 2 the whole way. Expect heavy deadfall above Tungsten Creek. A Northwest Forest Pass or day pass is required to park; fill out the free wilderness 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
What to watch for
- Remote location
- Loose rock
- Stream crossing
- Spotty cell reception
Quests with Remmel Mountain
Washington 100 HighestFrequently asked questions
How tall is Remmel Mountain?
Remmel Mountain is 8,687 feet (2,647 m) tall. It is in the Cascade Range, Washington.
How hard is it to hike Remmel Mountain?
The Southeast Slope via Four Point Lake is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 35 miles with 6,600 feet of elevation gain.
How many days does it take to climb Remmel Mountain?
Most climbers plan 2 – 4 days for the Southeast Slope via Four Point Lake, with at least one night on the mountain.
Can a beginner hike Remmel Mountain?
The Southeast Slope via Four Point Lake needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard trip: 35 miles with 6,600 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike Remmel Mountain?
The usual hiking window is July to October. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Remmel Mountain 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