Mt. Hood

[Nomad75]

How are the climbing conditions for the later half of Oct.? I am hoping to get a trip out west and would like to attempt Hood.

Any info would be appreciated.

 

Thanks

[leora]

You have to check back in October. It's rarely great, but I know that some have managed to do it, then. I've always wanted to do it, then, but have never managed - usually get snowed/rained/stormed out, or else have the issue that there isn't enough snow, yet. I've had more success in late November through March, although, again, I usually have to be watching the weather pretty constantly, and then going at some random last minute time.

[ScaredSilly]

I have climbed in October. Excellent ascent - one of my best. Had the whole mountain to myself, not another living soul to be had. It was a lovely Sunday morning on the Spur. A couple days before it was stormy so the cold temps made for excellent conditions actually had ice up high on the hill. I went up and over and then traversed around on my climb that in itself was great.

 

As suggested above, wait until you come out to make a final decision.

[sowulo]

I love climbing in October. It's usually nice and cold to tighten up the early season snow. Here're some pics of an October climb a few years ago:

 

http://www.userfriendlyonline.com/hood1003

 

I like the reduced traffic that can be enjoyed in fall climbing without having to deal (generally speaking) with the more severe conditions of winter climbs.

[Peak13]

Looked like an awesome day sowulo!