Approach conditions for Mt. Baker (Coleman-Deming)

[YocumRidge]

Hi guys,

 

I need you input on the approach to the Coleman-Deming glacier.

The idea was to climb Baker via this route.

Road 39 is partially closed which leaves us with nothing but to hike for an extra 7 miles if we want to start at that trailhead. But at this point I am not sure that I want to.

Alternatively, we could start at Easton (a different trailhead) and then somehow traverse to the Coleman.

Has anyone done it before or where would be the best place for the traverse?

Thanks a bunch in advance.

[jshamster]

If your really stuck on the idea of climbing the C-D, it would be a much shorter traverse from Mt. Baker Ski Area/Ptarmagin Ridge area, or just suck it up and hike the Glacier Creek Rd.

I would suggest getting off the beaten path and checking out the Boulder, Park or Rainbow glaciers. Some great areas of the mountain, not on the standard routes with everyone else.

Whatever you decide, have a great time!

 

Cheers.

Jimbo

[YocumRidge]

Hey Jimbo,

 

Thanks! No I am not stuck on the idea of climbing the C-D (it is my first time on the mountain). The alternatives sound much better! Any beta on the approach to the Park and Rainbow glaciers?

Also, I do not want to haul tons of rock pro, so what route would fit the bill?

Anastasia