N Cascades Map

[dougd]

Just starting my N. Cascades climbing phase (better late than never right?), and I need a good map of the area...

 

Any suggestions?

 

d

[DPS]

If you want topographical maps you will need multiple ones for each mountain/area you are climbing in. Green Trails are popular, USGS are pretty standard.

 

Steph Abegg has done some incredible work: http://www.stephabegg.com/home

 

Dick Pargeter is the Dean of North Cascades illustrated maps: http://www.panorama-map.com/pargeter/pargeter.html

[dougd]

If you want topographical maps you will need multiple ones for each mountain/area you are climbing in. Green Trails are popular, USGS are pretty standard.

 

Yeah, that's what I usually do, was hoping for a more comprehensive topo w/trail info. Saw one at REI last week... We have a map store here in Spokane, I'm a regular down there, I'll have to check out what he has.

 

I've checked out Steph's site earlier in the year for Rainier endeavors. It's a good one. I'll have another look.

 

I'll check out Pargeter's site.

 

Thanks man,

 

d

[KaskadskyjKozak]

Just starting my N. Cascades climbing phase (better late than never right?), and I need a good map of the area...

 

Any suggestions?

 

d

 

this is a pretty good map of the entire park:

 

http://www.rei.com/product/774971/trails-illustrated-north-cascades-national-park-trail-map

 

No, it's not exactly 7.5", but it's got a good amount of detail, and is great for a high-level view of approaches and surrounding areas when you are looking at alternative ways into a difficult area or multi-day trips.

[dougd]

I took a quick look at that map at REI when I was there last week. I need to get a better look for sure before buying.

 

Thanks,

 

d

[kurthicks]

Buy the Topo! software and print your own.

[DPS]

I have the National Geographic trail illustrated map for Denali. I agree with KKK's assessment, good for an overview of the area, but too small a scale to really use for navigation.