Water Ice in Leavenworth

[ARob]

I am new to water ice. I have done some alpine ice and steep alpine climbs, but have always come a day too late and found the prospective water ice route not in. I am looking for some easy route near Leavenworth. Top rope potential would be great.

 

Thanks for any advice.

[Alpinfox]

 

Keep an eye on THIS THREAD and THIS WEBSITE for conditions.

 

Invest in THIS BOOK for general info.

 

 

[ARob]

Thanks man, I appreciate it.

[montypiton]

Most of the "standards" are currently in, and should be gettin'fatter all week if the weather forecast is even remotely accurate. The Central (chicken) Gully on Icicle Butt-rest is about the only thing that's NOT in. Tumwater isn't quite as nice. The Drip came in two weeks ago, but is gone now. Drury is there, but watch the crossing. Comic Book Hero and Plastic Fantastic Lover are pretty weak, but you could have some good mixed adventure in that area, if that's your cuppa tea. PM me sometime, cuz I drive a school bus in Leavenworth, and I'm always lookin' for fresh meat.

Edited December 28, 2009 by montypiton

[rocketparrotlet]

Rainbow Gully has some nice, easy ice climbing. The Funnel on Hubba Hubba Wall is up as well.

 

-Mark