Mt Erie...is it worth the drive?

[StreetBoss]

I haven't been there in years...is it worth the drive for a day? Any good routes?

[scot'teryx]

New guidebook came out a few years ago with some cool new routes

[eric8]

why go to erie when you could go to index?

[Billygoat]

Because it isn't raining at Erie.

 

But hey, less is more....

[ericb]

why go to erie when you could go to index?

 

If you're a wuss like me, it's tough finding a whole lot of routes you can lead at Index. From what I've heard, lots of moderate routes at Erie.

 

 

[Sherri]

It's a nice place to spend the afternoon...rock's ok, routes' ok, but the views make it all worthwhile.

 

I've heard it can be a little frustrating finding your way around the maze of paths there. Grab a copy of the guidebook at the little grocery store(Lake Erie Grocery) just as you turn onto Heart Lake road. They sometimes keep it behind the counter, so you have to ask for it if you don't see it.

 

Good luck,

[Lowell_Skoog]

I did my first roped leads at Mt Erie many years ago. Jack of Diamonds, The Open Book, and so on. I remember being intimidated trying the Open Book in waffle stompers with a small selection of nuts. I was teaching myself and my older brother was belaying me. I remember chickening out and using some aid.

 

I still have a soft spot for Mt Erie. It's a beautiful place.

[sexual_chocolate]

the refrigerator wall is worth a visit if you're in the area. a couple of cool 12's and 13's, sport.

[StreetBoss]

Thanks for the input. I was hoping for lots of moderate and a few 12's. I think I'll be calling in sick next week for a day up there.

 

[MPaul_Hansen]

RE: is it worth the drive ??

 

Perhaps, if time permits, some could consider alternative

transportation; to be? "oil-smart" particularly given the

price of fuel, which is expected to rise in the long-term.

 

Island Cnty Transit route in vicinity

http://islandtransit.org/index.cfm?pageID=2506

 

There are links to various county bus systems from

KC Metro Transit

 

Also see http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/oto/translinks.html

Regional BUS access links

 

Edited February 10, 2007 by MPaul_Hansen

[plexus]

Having lived in Anacortes, I'm slightly partial to Erie. Have the ticks come out yet?

[Wakaranai]

I couldnt believe it. Last sat. it was about 31 degrees F and I still found a tick on my shoulder. Those dirty little bastards.

[mattp]

Erie is totally worth the drive. It is beautiful, and the climbing is pretty good, too. Definitely a gem.

[Bill_Simpkins]

I like Erie. It is best when you know where to go. So don't get discouraged if you spend a time or too just figuring that out.

Powerline Wall is nice. Basically harder on left easier as you go right.

Zig Zag is fun too.

[Billygoat]

I'm gonna regret saying this but, I was there yesterday. Nobody anywhere down low. Rock was dry. Beautiful day. And when I got back to my car, Blake was waiting with his girlfriend. They saw my rig and stopped by to say hello. They reported a simiar situation up top. No ticks I can find, yet. But'll I'll be jumpin' in the shower soon and will report back....

 

 

[chris]

RE:is it worth the drive??

Perhaps, if time permits, some could consider alternative

transportation; to be? "oil-smart" particularly given the

price of fuel, which is expected to rise in the long-term.

Island Cnty Transit route in vicinity

http://islandtransit.org/index.cfm?pageID=2506

There are links to various county bus systems from

KC Metro Transit

Also see http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/oto/translinks.html

Regional BUS access links

This is a laudable goal, but Skagit Transit goes no-where near Mt. Erie. Island County Transit's Route 4 passes Mt. Erie on Hwy 20, but does not (and can not) stop at Campbell Road, which is still miles away from Erie.

 

The drive is completely worth it!!

[Wakaranai]

Ticks or not, this time of year there is no better place to be on a sunny day in WA state. Yes better climbing, but for the complete package, make the drive.