June 29-30, 1996
Monte Cristo Peak Climbing Trip
Monte Cristo Townsite
Glacier Basin
Monte Cristo Peak (7136′)
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Region: North-Central Washington Cascades
Sub-Region: Monte Cristo Mountains
Area: Henry M. Jackson Wilderness
Starting & Ending Point: Monte Cristo Roadhead at Barlow Pass (Mountain Loop Highway)
Way Points: South Fork Sauk River & Monte Cristo Townsite (bike ride); Glacier Creek & Glacier Basin (trail hike)
Campsite: Glacier Basin
Summit: Monte Cristo Peak (ascent & descent via North Couloir—North Col—East Face)
Approximate Stats: 16.5 miles traveled (8.5 miles on bike + 8 miles on foot); 4800 feet gained & lost.
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Monte Cristo Peak attempt via North Couloir—East Face – July 16, 1995
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