Two climbers ascend a snowy ridge crest on Ruth Mountain in the Nooksack Mountains
Booting up North Ridge of Ruth Mountain

Ruth Mtn Climb & Ski Descent via Hannegan Pass—Ruth Glacier (Nooksack Mountains, WA)

June 14, 1997

Ruth Mountain Day Climb & Ski Descent

Hannegan Pass
Ruth Mountain (7106′)

—————– Trip Report Summary —————–

Region: Northwestern Washington Cascades

Sub-Region: Nooksack Mountains

Area: Mt. Baker – Snoqualmie National Forest

Starting & Ending Point: Ruth Creek Road snow blockage at 2900 feet

Way Points: Hannegan Trailhead (road walk);  Ruth Creek & Hannegan Pass & Ruth Mountain Saddle (trail hike & snow hike)

Summit: Ruth Mountain (boot ascent & ski descent via North Ridge—Ruth Glacier)

Approximate Stats: 15 miles traveled; 4200 feet gained & lost; 5.5 hours up; 3.5 hours down.

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