David Whitelaw

Jim Nelson

Tom Sjolseth

Classic Cascade Climbs features more than 100 climbing routes across 70-plus peaks--from renowned alpine routes to challenging trad climbs, as well as a handful of sport, ice, and crag options. To determine if it was a “classic” each route was judged on the following criteria: overall quality, popularity, accessibility, style, and historical importance. Climbing beta includes:

 • Peak and prominence elevations and type of rock

 • Grade, approach, route, descent descriptions

 • Detailed photo-based route overlays and topo maps

 • Pitch-by-pitch details, estimated time, recommended equipment

 • Required permits and other special considerations

 • Selected history including first ascents

Authoritative and inspirational, this seminal guide also features stunning mountain photography by famed photographer John Scurlock and others.

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