Mount Hinman/West Route

A Basic Alpine climb in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness that takes you through the Necklace Valley.

getting there

Turn south onto Forest Road 68 (Foss River Road) from US 2 just east of the Skykomish Ranger Station. Follow Forest Road 68 for about 4 miles to the Necklace Valley Trailhead.

APPROACH

Hike the Necklace Valley Trail to a camp at La Bohn Lakes. Ascent to La Bohn Lakes via La Bohn Gap or the waterfall route.

ASCENT ROUTE

Ascend due north from La Bohn Gap to the summit. Snowfields may be present, but the Hinman Glacier no longer exists.

DESCENT ROUTE

Descend the climbing route.

TRIP PROFILE

SEGMENT TIME (HOURS) ELEVATION GAIN (FEET)
Trailhead to Camp 7 4,700
Camp to Summit 5 1,600
Summit to Trailhead 7

EQUIPMENT

Standard alpine climbing gear, ice axe and crampons.

NOTES

  • The Hinman Glacier no longer exists, please research the current route and plan your trip accordingly.
  • Consider an optional side trip to La Bohn Peak.
  • Suitable Activities: Climbing
  • Climbing Category: Basic Alpine
  • Seasons: May, June, July
  • Weather: View weather forecast
  • Difficulty: Basic Alpine Climb
  • Length: 24.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 5,800 ft
  • 7,497 ft
Map
  • USGS Big Snow Mtn
  • USGS Mt Daniel
  • USGS Skykomish
  • Green Trails Alpine Lakes West (Stevens Pass) No. 176S
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