Sunlight warms the glaciated summit of Mt. Baker as seen from Heliotrope Ridge
Sunlight on Mt Baker summit viewed from Heliotrope Ridge

Mt Baker via Coleman Glacier—Deming Glacier (Northwestern Cascades, WA)

Jim Brisbine·
Baker, Mt (10,781/10,773 ft)Mount Baker MassifNorthwestern WA CascadesThe Regal Six
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Trip Date: June 21-22, 1986

Mt. Baker Climbing Trip

Kulshan Cabin
Heliotrope Ridge
Coleman–Deming Saddle
Mount Baker: true summit aka Grant Peak aka Koma Kulshan (10,781/10,773 ft)

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Trip Report Summary

Region: Northwestern Washington Cascades

Sub-Region: Mt. Baker Massif

Area: Mt. Baker Wilderness

Starting & Ending Point: Heliotrope Ridge Trailhead on Glacier Creek Road (Elev. 3700 feet)

Way Points: Kulshan Creek & Kulshan Cabin & Heliotrope Ridge (trail hike & off-trail hike)

Campsite: Heliotrope Ridge

Summit: Mt. Baker (snow climb via Coleman Glacier—Deming Glacier—Roman Wall)

Approximate Stats: 14 miles traveled; 7200 feet gained & lost.

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Base Camp On Heliotrope Ridge
Evening In Base Camp
Sunlight on Mt Baker summit viewed from Heliotrope Ridge
Morning Fog On Coleman Glacier
Cloud Cap Over Sherman Peak, North Cascades