Allow about an hour for descent from any routes to the top. Southern-half routes lead to a steep, loose, sometimes class-3 trail that switchbacks over by the trees to the south. Don't expect to be comfortable in tight rock shoes.
Northern routes include at least one rappel and some steep hiking in the edge of the woods to the north. Don't be tempted by the easier slopes on the back side of the wall (west side).
The climbs are worth the descent, though. And watch for mountain goats. They'll often go out of their way to watch you.
Eric Sandbo - Jul 4, 2004 3:50 am - Voted 10/10
Untitled CommentAllow about an hour for descent from any routes to the top. Southern-half routes lead to a steep, loose, sometimes class-3 trail that switchbacks over by the trees to the south. Don't expect to be comfortable in tight rock shoes.
Northern routes include at least one rappel and some steep hiking in the edge of the woods to the north. Don't be tempted by the easier slopes on the back side of the wall (west side).
The climbs are worth the descent, though. And watch for mountain goats. They'll often go out of their way to watch you.
M and N Denyer - Jul 6, 2004 11:41 am - Hasn't voted
Untitled CommentIt also probably a good idea to keep your helmet on for the descent as the mountain goats are known to kick rocks down from above.
Josh Lewis - Jan 17, 2011 7:55 pm - Hasn't voted
Icicle Creek Camp Ground CostLast time I camped at Icicle Creek it was $16 for our camp site. Just thought I would let the word out.
rpc - Jan 20, 2011 3:37 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: Icicle Creek Camp Ground CostJosh - thanks man, I'll add the info to the scw page.