Mt. McLaughlin

[mtn_mouse]

Ok, I need beta on Mt McLaughlin. Having done about all of the cascade volcanoes, I see Mclaughlin still on the list. Since a friend wants to do it, I am thinking of going along, but will I be majorly bored with the climb (hike)? Anybody want to share any info on the peak?

 

[Lambone]

Non-Technical climb from the south side. About 8 miles from trailhead to summit. Dry scree trail now, would be more fun as an early climb/ski. It's a good work out, once the weather cools, in mid summer it's just hot. I haven't heard about any other routes, but the North side looks like it has some killer ski terrain.

 

Are you from southern Oregon? I'm in Ashland and looking for a partner.

 

[mtn_mouse]

Nope, I live over near Lewiston, ID. Long way to McLaughlin, so I am a little hesitant to drive that far unless I have time for other peaks in the area. Spring skiing there sounds better anyway. I used to visit the Trinity Alps a lot while going to college there. Humboldt marching lumberjacks. Mostly I went into the T alps on skis in the winter. Thompson peak is a fun class 3 winter climb. But lots of serious avalanches in the canyon creek area. Very big and active.

Tomorrow, a friend and I will climb Chief Joseph Mountain in the Wallowas. Awesome fall weather.

[Lambone]

Cool, Yeah, wait till spring on Mcloughlin. It'd be more fun as a snow climb/glissade or ski. Thielson or Jefferson might be a good link up. Have fun!

[Alex]

mtn_mouse said:

I am thinking of going along, but will I be majorly bored with the climb (hike)?

 

Yes. Its very commonly skied in the spring, though (as mentioned) and this is a great time to do it. You can make a Spring skiiing trip out of it...ski Middle and South Sisters, Broken Top, McGloughlin, Hood, Shasta, whatever...

 

Alex