Autumn snow covers Abernathy Peak above Scatter Lake
Snow-dusted Abernathy Peak rises up from Scatter Lake

Abernathy Peak via Scatter Lake—Southeast Slope—Upper South Ridge (Mazama Mountains, WA)

Jim Brisbine·
Mazama MountainsNortheastern WA CascadesAbernathy Peak

Trip Date: October 20-21, 2012

Abernathy Peak Climbing Trip

Scatter Creek Basin
Scatter Lake
Abernathy Peak (8321 ft)

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Trip Report Summary

Region: Northeastern Washington Cascades

Sub-Region: Mazama Mountains

Area: Lake Chelan – Sawtooth Wilderness

Starting & Ending Point: Scatter Lake Trailhead on Twisp River Road (Elev. 3200 feet)

Way Points: Wilderness boundary & Scatter Creek crossing & Scatter Creek Basin & Scatter Lake (trail hike)

Campsite: Scatter Lake (Elev. 7050 feet)

Summit: Abernathy Peak (snow climb via Southeast Slope—Upper South Ridge)

Approximate Stats: 10.3 miles traveled; 5200 feet gained & lost.

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