a fun easy walk up route. good for endurance training
blakemj33 - Dec 25, 2011 9:56 pm Date Climbed: Jul 7, 2011
Climb On!
A pretty uneventful climb! Bring some beer!
Bluecube22 - Nov 15, 2011 3:43 pm Date Climbed: Aug 15, 2009
South Route summit
I have hiked MT.Adams 3 times and made the summit twice on the south route we left late in the season so there was a load of scree and shale from other climbers flying by it was slow going through the entire hike just because of the loose rock.this climb is best done in early summer.
CzechMark - Oct 10, 2011 10:12 pm Date Climbed: Aug 21, 2011
Slog
Great climb. First time up Adams and not that bad. The approach was less than desirable, but the climb itself was pretty nice.
beaudaddy85 - Aug 29, 2011 3:10 pm Date Climbed: Aug 27, 2011
Busy...
My friend SouthernYokel and I did this as a Friday/Saturday trip. It is a very busy mountain via the South Spur. We left base camp at 9,500' and made the summit very early. This gave us some time to enjoy a beautiful morning before all the crowds. It also made for a nasty glissade down icy snow. We tried to wait around for it to soften up, but we also needed to get on the road.
Me and my buddy are going to be climbing Mt. Adams on August 27th & 28th this is our first attempt of Mt. Adams. If there is anyone else going on those dates that wouldn't mind having 2 newbies along for the journey we would greatly appreciate it. otherwise I'm sure we will meet new friends on the trail. Any tips or suggestions?
chicagosky - Aug 9, 2011 5:59 pm Date Climbed: Aug 6, 2011
14 hour slog but worth it
Left parking lot at 3:30am and returned by 5:30pm. Was a great day to be climbing with nice weather but we got lost on the way back. Finally found the trail and returned safely to the car.
fredzurensick - Jul 28, 2011 11:21 am Date Climbed: Jul 24, 2011
Great Hike
Went up on Saturday to Lunch Counter with a big group of friends. We found a great spot about halfway through the Lunch Counter. The next morning, we got an alpine start and summited in a lenticular cloud on an otherwise clear day. Oh well... A good time was had by all, especially on the descent ;)
funkstuf - Jun 29, 2011 3:48 am Date Climbed: Jul 11, 2010
Always a nice climb
Had a nice climb. contemplated going up to the summit in the evening after we hung out at the lunch counter but the snow was very soft so went up early in the morning. Glissaded off the summit and off the false summit back to lunch counter. I love this climb and do it every year usually taking someone up that has never climbed a mountain. Always relaxing.
LadyWawa - Feb 6, 2011 8:01 pm Date Climbed: Aug 20, 2010
Wonderful!
Wonderful glissade! My very first. Yes, I also ripped my pants on it. :)
Josh Lewis - Jan 13, 2011 10:40 pm Date Climbed: Aug 24, 2008
I got ripped off
On the glissade down, nothing but terrible ice. Then when I finally did, it ripped my pants. Well at least I had fun.
Mike Lewis - Nov 16, 2010 3:14 am Date Climbed: Sep 24, 2008
Bailed
Didn't make it but I will be back! Broken middle finger and no crampons with icy condtions turned me around at False Summit. I have yet to be rewarded with that "best glissade in the nation". I look forward to it!
Paul86 - Sep 14, 2010 1:17 am Date Climbed: Jun 30, 2009
Loved this Mountain
Adams is amazing and beautiful. My partner didn't make it past base camp but that didn't stop me from soloing the upper mountain. Got up there before sunrise though. Made for chilly weather and bad pictures. Lesson learned.
jesseahouser - Aug 5, 2010 10:47 am Date Climbed: Jul 25, 2010
Good 1st Cascade Volcano
This was my first Cascade volcano climb. I would highly suggest the South Spur route to those who are interested in climbing one of these peaks but would like to start out gradually before trying Mt Rainier or others. We were very lucky with the weather - I was expecting more cold and wind, but it was a pleasant surprise. We (a party of 3) camped at 9200' at Lunch Counter - just at the base of the main snowfield. I highly recommend doing that. I read some reports where people criticized lugging gear up the mountain when it is unnecessary. I am very happy that we did. The experience of sleeping high on the mountain is quite a thrill for those who don't do it often. Plus, it puts you ahead in front of the crowds. We started the climb up the main snowfield at 2:45AM, and we were the first to do so. A group of three others followed us, and two of them passed us by the time we arrived at the summit at 6:15AM. An early start was definitely key to avoiding the masses. On the glissade back down to Lunch Counter, there were LOTS of people coming up. Start early and don't be in a hurry!
A note about gear... I was torn between hiking and mountaineering boots. Since the weather was so warm (35F was the low at Lunch Counter), I opted for my hikers - Asolo Fugitive GTX in combination with Black Diamond Contact Strap crampons. I know, the Fugitives are B0 rated and don't have a full shank, but they worked comfortably and efficiently. If the weather was more serious or the route less defined, a mountaineering boot would be required. The BD Contact Straps bit into the crusty snowpack during the moonlit ascent. For glissading, bring a pair of slick nylon shorts - go to the thrift store before hand. I thought the ice axe was necessary for glissading down the main snowfield. I had to self-arrest several times because the speed was getting a little too fast. I think it would be difficult to do that with trekking poles only.
For those needing to rent gear, Next Adventures in Portland has ice axes, helmets, crampons, boots, etc. Portland State University rents those plus mountaineering tents (we took a Mountain Hardware Trango 3 - overkill with the weather we had, but nice and roomy!). I was very happy with Next Adventures and PSU! Per posting guidelines, I am in no way affiliated with either - I'm just satisfied with my experience and want to pass that on to others who might be in need of some rental gear.
Redwic - Jul 22, 2010 10:32 am Date Climbed: Jul 21, 2010
Great weather, great mountain!
The weather was good, but the day was long. FZTE and I arrived at the trailhead very late in the evening and we each only got a solid 1h30m of sleep. This made the route more of a grind than it needed to be, but we made it. I was one of the first climbers to reach the summit that day, and FZTE still made the summit despite a lingering stomach ailment that nearly ended his ascent. The glissades down from Pikers Peak were awesome! This was my 24th WA CoHP completed.
sgiles - Apr 13, 2012 9:50 pm
fun hikea fun easy walk up route. good for endurance training
blakemj33 - Dec 25, 2011 9:56 pm Date Climbed: Jul 7, 2011
Climb On!A pretty uneventful climb! Bring some beer!
Bluecube22 - Nov 15, 2011 3:43 pm Date Climbed: Aug 15, 2009
South Route summitI have hiked MT.Adams 3 times and made the summit twice on the south route we left late in the season so there was a load of scree and shale from other climbers flying by it was slow going through the entire hike just because of the loose rock.this climb is best done in early summer.
CzechMark - Oct 10, 2011 10:12 pm Date Climbed: Aug 21, 2011
SlogGreat climb. First time up Adams and not that bad. The approach was less than desirable, but the climb itself was pretty nice.
beaudaddy85 - Aug 29, 2011 3:10 pm Date Climbed: Aug 27, 2011
Busy...My friend SouthernYokel and I did this as a Friday/Saturday trip. It is a very busy mountain via the South Spur. We left base camp at 9,500' and made the summit very early. This gave us some time to enjoy a beautiful morning before all the crowds. It also made for a nasty glissade down icy snow. We tried to wait around for it to soften up, but we also needed to get on the road.
Travler559 - Aug 14, 2011 12:16 pm
1st time climbMe and my buddy are going to be climbing Mt. Adams on August 27th & 28th this is our first attempt of Mt. Adams. If there is anyone else going on those dates that wouldn't mind having 2 newbies along for the journey we would greatly appreciate it. otherwise I'm sure we will meet new friends on the trail. Any tips or suggestions?
chicagosky - Aug 9, 2011 5:59 pm Date Climbed: Aug 6, 2011
14 hour slog but worth itLeft parking lot at 3:30am and returned by 5:30pm. Was a great day to be climbing with nice weather but we got lost on the way back. Finally found the trail and returned safely to the car.
fredzurensick - Jul 28, 2011 11:21 am Date Climbed: Jul 24, 2011
Great HikeWent up on Saturday to Lunch Counter with a big group of friends. We found a great spot about halfway through the Lunch Counter. The next morning, we got an alpine start and summited in a lenticular cloud on an otherwise clear day. Oh well... A good time was had by all, especially on the descent ;)
funkstuf - Jun 29, 2011 3:48 am Date Climbed: Jul 11, 2010
Always a nice climbHad a nice climb. contemplated going up to the summit in the evening after we hung out at the lunch counter but the snow was very soft so went up early in the morning. Glissaded off the summit and off the false summit back to lunch counter. I love this climb and do it every year usually taking someone up that has never climbed a mountain. Always relaxing.
LadyWawa - Feb 6, 2011 8:01 pm Date Climbed: Aug 20, 2010
Wonderful!Wonderful glissade! My very first. Yes, I also ripped my pants on it. :)
Josh Lewis - Jan 13, 2011 10:40 pm Date Climbed: Aug 24, 2008
I got ripped offOn the glissade down, nothing but terrible ice. Then when I finally did, it ripped my pants. Well at least I had fun.
Mike Lewis - Nov 16, 2010 3:14 am Date Climbed: Sep 24, 2008
BailedDidn't make it but I will be back! Broken middle finger and no crampons with icy condtions turned me around at False Summit. I have yet to be rewarded with that "best glissade in the nation". I look forward to it!
Paul86 - Sep 14, 2010 1:17 am Date Climbed: Jun 30, 2009
Loved this MountainAdams is amazing and beautiful. My partner didn't make it past base camp but that didn't stop me from soloing the upper mountain. Got up there before sunrise though. Made for chilly weather and bad pictures. Lesson learned.
jesseahouser - Aug 5, 2010 10:47 am Date Climbed: Jul 25, 2010
Good 1st Cascade VolcanoThis was my first Cascade volcano climb. I would highly suggest the South Spur route to those who are interested in climbing one of these peaks but would like to start out gradually before trying Mt Rainier or others. We were very lucky with the weather - I was expecting more cold and wind, but it was a pleasant surprise. We (a party of 3) camped at 9200' at Lunch Counter - just at the base of the main snowfield. I highly recommend doing that. I read some reports where people criticized lugging gear up the mountain when it is unnecessary. I am very happy that we did. The experience of sleeping high on the mountain is quite a thrill for those who don't do it often. Plus, it puts you ahead in front of the crowds. We started the climb up the main snowfield at 2:45AM, and we were the first to do so. A group of three others followed us, and two of them passed us by the time we arrived at the summit at 6:15AM. An early start was definitely key to avoiding the masses. On the glissade back down to Lunch Counter, there were LOTS of people coming up. Start early and don't be in a hurry!
A note about gear... I was torn between hiking and mountaineering boots. Since the weather was so warm (35F was the low at Lunch Counter), I opted for my hikers - Asolo Fugitive GTX in combination with Black Diamond Contact Strap crampons. I know, the Fugitives are B0 rated and don't have a full shank, but they worked comfortably and efficiently. If the weather was more serious or the route less defined, a mountaineering boot would be required. The BD Contact Straps bit into the crusty snowpack during the moonlit ascent. For glissading, bring a pair of slick nylon shorts - go to the thrift store before hand. I thought the ice axe was necessary for glissading down the main snowfield. I had to self-arrest several times because the speed was getting a little too fast. I think it would be difficult to do that with trekking poles only.
For those needing to rent gear, Next Adventures in Portland has ice axes, helmets, crampons, boots, etc. Portland State University rents those plus mountaineering tents (we took a Mountain Hardware Trango 3 - overkill with the weather we had, but nice and roomy!). I was very happy with Next Adventures and PSU! Per posting guidelines, I am in no way affiliated with either - I'm just satisfied with my experience and want to pass that on to others who might be in need of some rental gear.
http://nextadventure.net/gear-rental
http://www.pdx.edu/recreation/equipment-rental-center
Redwic - Jul 22, 2010 10:32 am Date Climbed: Jul 21, 2010
Great weather, great mountain!The weather was good, but the day was long. FZTE and I arrived at the trailhead very late in the evening and we each only got a solid 1h30m of sleep. This made the route more of a grind than it needed to be, but we made it. I was one of the first climbers to reach the summit that day, and FZTE still made the summit despite a lingering stomach ailment that nearly ended his ascent. The glissades down from Pikers Peak were awesome! This was my 24th WA CoHP completed.
jonesa37 - Jan 20, 2010 2:13 am
boy scout tripsweet climb 2nd of the cascade volcanoes this is the one that got me hooked on climbing
SKI - Dec 26, 2009 12:33 pm Date Climbed: Apr 10, 2009
Triple CrownBagged right after St. Helens, 9 mile approach and bands of dirt and snow made it all hell. Beautiful summit day and made great friends.
Hotoven - Jul 26, 2009 12:42 am Date Climbed: Jul 23, 2009
2 day hikeDid this in two days. camped a lunch counter, then went to the top the next day.
Deltaoperator17 - Jul 22, 2009 1:41 pm Date Climbed: Jun 21, 2009
Fun!Very fun and rewarding route to the lunch counter.
BCJ - Jun 25, 2009 2:10 am Date Climbed: Jun 10, 2006
IcyGlissade on ice resulted in the most painful injury of my climbing career.