This one was quite the aberrant experience. Coming around the bend the trail enters lower Wirtz Basin. Summit: Vesper Peak Region/Location: Mountain Loop HIghway Route: North Face Difficulty: II+, mid-fifth to 5.7 Trip Length: 1 day (10-12 hours car to car) Summit/Highpoint Elevation: 6,214 ft Elevation gain: 4,100 ft Roundtrip Distance: 10 mi Trailhead: The trail starts at the end of the 2-mile Sunrise Mine Road (2,114 ft). For example, the Complaining on the internet [into the void] doesn’t serve much but maybe serve some temporary (self-righteous) relief. From here follow on or right of the ridgeline NE for 3.5 miles to Revolution Point. Plus first Experiment "Vesper Peak" and some stuff in the Lab. (62), Comments For the technically inclined, climbing routes are also an option. If you've recently come down with a case of summit fever, experts recommend Vesper Peak for initial treatment due to its low incidence of side effects. Allow 3+ hours for the approach. 5. Our first view of the North Face of Vesper, from the saddle between Vesper and Sperry. © 2006-2021 SummitPost.org. DIFFICULT 3.3 mi. It was also my first trip with the wonderful humans Armanda and Tom who would later be in the Forbidden West Ridge crew. Later in the summer this approach is snow-free. Vesper Peak was an ideal location for a last minute weekday hike. (Days 3-6): A dusting of new snow. Weaving through the brush and boulders. There's nothing like a big group of mountaineers sitting around eating great food and talking about nothing but mountains for hours. Just off to the right is a very large, flat rock which is perfect for a tent sleeping up to 4, maybe 5. Vesper Peak, Everybody's Favorite. Comments & voting; Other parents; Image ID: 734772. Vesper Peak Climbing Notes. I first developed a hankering for Vesper Peak at an OSAT picnic. Ragged Edge. Aconcagua mountain page is a child of the 'Aconcagua Group' and the 'Seven Summits.' It is about 18 miles south of Darrington and 21 miles east of Granite Falls, in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Winds increasing (calm on Mon night, fresh winds from the WNW by Tue night). (Days 3-6): A dusting of new snow. Vesper Peak is a peak along the Mountain Loop Highway region of the North Cascades of Washington state.It is about 18 miles (29 km) south of Darrington and 21 miles (34 km) east of Granite Falls, in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.Its gentle south and east slopes contrast with a sheer north face which offers "excellent technical routes". Vesper Peak When you turn onto FR 4065, there'll be a sign that says "Road Closed - 1.2 miles". (4). The trail fades out as you enter the basin between Vesper and Sperry Peaks. DIFFICULT 6.2 mi. At 3 miles the trail forks right to the lakes but you should follow the left fork and old logging roads to the top of Thompson Point (5124). I won’t say that Vesper Peak is at the redline, but it’s certainly close. It's thick with tree roots that are often slick. Summit: Vesper Peak Region/Location: Mountain Loop HIghway Route: North Face Difficulty: II+, mid-fifth to 5.7 Trip Length: 1 day (10-12 hours car to car) Summit/Highpoint Elevation: 6,214 ft Elevation gain: 4,100 ft Roundtrip Distance: 10 mi Trailhead: The trail starts at the end of the 2-mile Sunrise Mine Road (2,114 ft). Much of it is talus and cobbles, which make tough shoes and tougher feet a big plus. Children refers to the set of objects that logically fall under a given object. We all met up at Armanda’s place and piled into Tom’s truck. Aconcagua mountain itself has many routes, photos, and trip reports as children. Whenever I mention the name Vesper to any of my outdoorsy friends, I get the same response from every one of them. The path is somewhat faint at times, but always evident. This is one of the rockiest trails I have been on in the Cascades. There are some small waterfalls to pass and a few stream crossings. Vesper Peak Weather (Days 0-3): A dusting of new snow. People who have taken the route to the top report feelings of sudden euphoria with minimal exposure and relatively painless routefinding. Sorry for bad quality of video. There have been a few accidents here, and one death. (23), Sloan Peak: The "Matterhorn Of The Cascades", Beautiful Evening Walk in the Mountain Loop Highway. Routes Start hiking up the climber’s path to Vesper and veer off to intersect the higher of the two notches, closer to the summit of Vesper. View Vesper Peak, beyond Headlee Pass Image Gallery - 23 Images. What a trip. Vesper Peak Climbing Notes. Approaching the saddle between Vesper and Sperry Peak to access the ledge on the north face. There’s a noticeable ridge line (possibly more obvious because of melting snow), and that’s your route to the top. Route is very hard to protect and belay anchors are difficult to locate. Route is very hard to protect and belay anchors are difficult to locate. awilsondc - Aug 24, 2014 12:34 pm Date Climbed: Aug 23, 2014 Vesper and Sperry . The stream crossings were especially difficult in the dark. Vesper Peak : SummitPost.org : Climbing, hiking, mountaineering. rodman and BarbE are nearing the last two hundred feet of brush and boulders that lead to the Sperry Peak summit. The main route to Vesper Peak starts where the Sunrise Mine road ends. Vesper Peak Vesper Peak is a peak along the Mountain Loop Highway region of the North Cascades of Washington state. Sperry Peak from Vesper Peak, Sloan Peak beyond, and Glacier Peak to left (1989-07-29). Vesper Peak via Sunrise Mine Trail #707 and National Forest Development Road 4065. There basin has enough salmon berries, huckleberries (in season), and blueberries to slow down the pace. Winter Scramble - Vesper Peak. Cross the outlet of the lake and follow an obvious talus ridgeline up to a … Images Those who are looking for more adventure can scramble either Vesper (Class 2) or Sperry (Class 3) Peaks from here. 7. Vesper Peak. While there is a significant washout around the 1 mile mark, and another deep trench at 1.2 miles, most low-clearance vehicles can make it to the trailhead...and it's certainly no issue for an SUV/truck. Please submit any useful information about climbing Vesper Peak that may be useful to other climbers. For Vesper which is our … A bit of a late start but that’s often how it goes with these things. Vesper Lake sits in a rocky bowl between Vesper and Sperry Peak in an alluring alpine environment with sparse vegetation. Cross the outlet of the lake and follow an obvious talus ridgeline up to a col between the peaks. Vesper Peak . For hikers the trail ends here. The trail was nearly snow free up to about 100 feet below Headlee Pass, and for most of the traverse over to Lake Elan. Please submit any useful information about climbing Vesper Peak that may be useful to other climbers. 6. There is at least one place that could use a bridge so exercise caution if the melt off water is high. I told him not much but that I had seen it from the summit of Mount Dickerman. Be the first to submit your climbing note! The smooth, low angle granite of Vesper's upper reaches make for relatively easy off-trail travel and beginning routefinding. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in … All Rights Reserved. Vesper had 2-3 feet of snow above the lake and a well beaten path broken in by at least 5 pairs of snowshoes since Friday. The trail was nearly snow free up to about 100 feet below Headlee Pass, and for most of the traverse over to Lake Elan. Day hike up Vesper Peak in the Mountain Loop Highway of Washington. For Vesper which is our … Usually a couple of logs are in place to walk or scoot across the south fork of the Stillaguamish. Click here for larger-size photo. The water as it leaves the outlet is turquoise blue, pointing to the lakes glacier origin. Vesper Peak is about 10 miles round trip with 4,100 feet elevation gain. Vesper Peak is definitely not for the novice hiker, but for those thirsting for one step beyond hiking into backcountry adventure, it's a good leaping off point. Twin Bridge Campground via Gothic Basin Trail . Firm snow blanketing the route from the approach to Headlee Pass to the summit. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity. Those who are looking for more adventure can scramble either Vesper (Class 2) or Sperry (Class 3) Peaks from here. The climb is accessed by a ledge system that cuts across the north face of Vesper at about 5800 ft elevation and begins at a small notch overlooking the Vesper Glacier. Parents refers to a larger category under which an object falls. Gabrielle Orsi November 29, 2020. Start menu of the game from Valve - "The Lab". View Vesper Peak Image Gallery - 230 Images. Search and rescue found his body in a creek. Vesper Peak is a peak along the Mountain Loop Highway region of the North Cascades of Washington state. Info COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. Vesper Peak is a peak along the Mountain Loop Highway region of the North Cascades of Washington state.It is about 18 miles (29 km) south of Darrington and 21 miles (34 km) east of Granite Falls, in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.Its gentle south and east slopes contrast with a sheer north face which offers "excellent technical routes". Vesper Lake sits in a rocky bowl between Vesper and Sperry Peak in an alluring alpine environment with sparse vegetation. elevation gain up to the summit of Vesper Peak at 6214ft. The Ragged Edge route begins on the right side of the ledge system that is covered in snow in the photo. Info COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. The route through the cliffs is not evident until your are directly below it. Vesper Peak Vesper Peak is a peak along the Mountain Loop Highway region of the North Cascades of Washington state. Vesper Peak offers excellent views of nearby peaks and lakes and is a great intermediate climb, whether you are headed up for an intense one-day ascent or taking an overnight at Elan Lake for a multi-day trip to Vesper and neighboring Sperry Peak. Routes in Vesper Peak. A peak’s prominence, also known as topographic prominence or relative height, is a measure of how distinct a peak is from other peaks. Have you ever had one of those? There is some blow down and brush to be navigated in the lower part of the basin. They are hard to miss if you are actually looking. The majority of people who attempt this summit do so by the standard hiking route. It’s defined as the vertical distance between a peak and the lowest contour line surrounding that peak and no higher peak. vesper peak/north face (6,214 ft) 8.0 miles round trip, 4,000 feet of elevation gain, difficulty: intermediate rick climb (Grade II-III, 5.7-5.8) ascent route. Waterfalls and slabs surround you. Anacortes man found dead near Vesper Peak identified. Just needed poles and gaiters. Again, you have the power to work with it. It's a long and hard hike, but you are rewarded with 360 degree views of some of the most spectacular peaks in Washington State. 3. rodman is just below the Sperry Peak summit (6120') on the right. View High-Resolution Image. Vesper Peak North Face posted Jul 30, 2010, 8:41 AM by Shannon Pahl [ updated Jul 30, 2010, 12:02 PM] Comments • • • • • • • • • Described with 2 (easy) days in mind, this climb can be done in 1 long day. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Temperatures will be below freezing (max -2°C on Wed night, min -8°C on Fri night). From the end of the Sunrise Mine Road, the hike begins in a wooded area. ( sorry about the rock throw I'm better now ;) )Footage of our climb up Vesper Peak, Mount Baker | Snoqualmie National Forest. Vesper had 2-3 feet of snow above the lake and a well beaten path broken in by at least 5 pairs of snowshoes since Friday. Summitpost: Hike as to Granite Lakes either from the Mailbox Peak parking lot or from the concrete bridge on the Middle Fork Snoqualmie. Approaching the saddle between Vesper and Sperry Peak to access the ledge on the north face. Vesper Peak North Face posted Jul 30, 2010, 8:41 AM by Shannon Pahl [ updated Jul 30, 2010, 12:02 PM] Comments • • • • • • • • • Described with 2 (easy) days in mind, this climb can be done in 1 long day. The North face has many variations with different degrees of difficulty. I summited Vesper and Sperry, the classic combo! The campsite we stayed as was actually right before the second patch of trees begins on the climb up. It was excellent to arrive at the trailhead for Vesper peak and be the only one in sight. Perfect conditions for a winter scramble to enjoy amazing views from Vesper. I though Vesper was the better climb, but Sperry had the better summit. Even the view from the end of the road is pretty good. As you begin the ascent to Vesper Peak you will see these two campsites on your left. Good cabinet-sized specimens of Vesper Peak grossular were rare and are now exceptionally hard to acquire, as they reside in collections. With sunset fast approaching we made it to the summit of Vesper Peak with just enough daylight left for the descent after climbing the new Ragged Edge route. I won’t say that Vesper Peak is at the redline, but it’s certainly close. As you begin the ascent to Vesper Peak you will see these two campsites on your left. © 2006-2021 SummitPost.org. The water as it leaves the outlet is turquoise blue, pointing to the lakes glacier origin. The campsite we stayed as was actually right before the second patch of trees begins on the climb up. The really good news there is you don't have to pack up water since there is a darling little spring leaking out of the Peak near all the sites. Adam L. Johnson, 29, didn’t return from a hike Saturday. Vesper Peak Ski Tour. Site 1 Loop via Boulder Lake Trail. If you lose the trail at this point, just proceed up the basin towards the back right walls, From there the trail is evident again and so is the pass. The summit provides views of Glacier Peak, Mount Rainier, Sloan Peak, and Mount Stuart. The Consider things such as access and accommodation at the base of Vesper Peak, … Posted on August 28, 2016 February 6, 2017 by lucasboland. 3. For example, theAconcagua mountain page has the 'Aconcagua Group' and the 'Seven Summits' asparents and is a parent itself to many routes, photos, and Trip Reports. Oh, that's my favorite peak! Vesper Peak attempt : SummitPost.org : Climbing, hiking, mountaineering Schau dir dieses Video auf www.youtube.com an oder aktiviere JavaScript, falls es in deinem Browser deaktiviert sein sollte. A friend of mine was talking about Vesper and asked me if I knew anything about it. This is not the place to practice, as the runout involves big boulders. Highlight . Winds increasing (calm on Mon night, fresh winds from the WNW by Tue night). It was a real teamwork effort to get there as Kirsten and I (center) teamed up with Joseph and Brad (left … Hiked up Vesper Peak yesterday. Monte Cristo. At Headlee pass (elev 4600') it becomes even more obvious why climbers love this place. Please be competent in ice axe use before attempting to climb up the slot when snow-filled. Located in a lake basin near Monte Cristo along the Mountain Loop Highway, Vesper Peak provides several technical climbing routes on its north side. (230), Climber's Log Entries Vesper Peak Weather (Days 0-3): A dusting of new snow. Some snow on the steep slabs near the summit. If you’re interested in more than complaining on WTA, please reach out with a comment. Again, aim for the trees. The trail is primarily used for hiking, rock climbing, camping, and backpacking and is best used from June until October. The trail fades out as you enter the basin between Vesper and Sperry Peaks. Vesper Peak Routes : SummitPost.org : Climbing, hiking, mountaineering For example, theAconcagua mountain page has the 'Aconcagua Group' and the 'Seven Summits' asparents and is a parent itself to many routes, photos, and Trip Reports. All Rights Reserved. From basin, hike up the scramble trail toward the head of the basin. Looking up to. Trip Intermediate Alpine Climb - Vesper Peak/North Face. I arrived at the trailhead at 8:15 am, and no one else was there yet. The rock, consisting of primarily intrusive quartz diorite, is fairly solid, although it may be covered in vegetation for the newer routes. Vesper Peak was an ideal location for a last minute weekday hike. For trail conditions call the Darrington Ranger District at 360-436-1155. Vesper Peak Save view of Vesper Peak's north face and the lake down below « PREV NEXT » Matt Lemke. Perhaps on a roller coaster when you finally reached the 48 inch height requirement, or when you saw your favorite artist live and it was…live. The North face has many variations with different degrees of difficulty. Looked like it would be a fun scramble, and it might be the last good weekend for it for a while. Beautiful day! Highlight . Show all routes Trad Sport Toprope Boulder Ice Aid Mixed Alpine L › R R › L A › Z Fish & Whistle T 5.10-6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a: North Face T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b: Ragged Edge T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b: True Grit T 5.8 5b 16 VI-15 HVS 4c: Order Wrong? Hops Hill Campground via Monte Cristo Trail and Glacier Basin Trail. WELCOME TO SUMMITPOST SIGN IN; REGISTER; Vesper Peak July 2011. The Ragged Edge route begins on the right side of the ledge system that is covered in snow in the photo. Again, you have the power to work with it. 9. DIFFICULT 5.4 mi. Later in the summer this approach is snow-free. Twin Peaks via Monte Cristo Trail. on Aug 3, 2011 3:46 am. If you’re interested in more than complaining on WTA, please reach out with a comment. If you’re aiming for Vesper Peak, cross the outlet stream as soon as you reach it, and continue straight up. Our first view of the North Face of Vesper, from the saddle between Vesper and Sperry. 8. Vesper Peak is one of the best hikes in the North Cascades. Vesper Peak Trail is a 6.5 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Index, Washington that features a lake and is rated as difficult. Routes in Vesper Peak. BarbE on … The standard route leaves from the Sunrise Mine Trailhead and proceeds through dense old-growth and a few stream crossings. Photo by Dan Moore. DIFFICULT 8.1 mi. This piece is from the Vesper Peak finds excavated between 1978 and 1984. Parents refers to a larger category under which an object falls. It is about 18 miles south of Darrington and 21 miles east of Granite Falls, in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. rodman is a few hundred feet below the Sperry Peak summit. Temperatures will be below freezing (max -2°C on Wed night, min -8°C on Fri night). 9 mile, 4100ft. The actual trail was far more difficult in the dark than I could have imagined. Vesper Peak. Vesper Peak Images : SummitPost.org : Climbing, hiking, mountaineering The summitpost gpx map I had to Vesper had it at 3.7 one way, so I think 9 miles is a bit of an overestimate on the WTA vesper peak page. Vesper Peak Looked up information on wta and on summitpost.org. Mentored Lead for Jason Meng. This photo hosted by SmugMug; your photos look better here. From the last crossing, the trail begins switch backing up through a ferny avalanche meadow. Soren and I, when we stood on top of Vesper Peak, had one of these moments that I like to call: “too good to not do again” moments. This one is from the collection of Jeff Rondello, and comes with his label, indicating that he acquired it in 1989. The trail was starting to melt out and was visible in several places, so I had that to keep me company. Vesper Peak, Sultan Basin, Sultan Mining District, Snohomish Co., Washington, USA : Ein Fehler ist aufgetreten. Just off to the right is a very large, flat rock which is perfect for a tent sleeping up to 4, maybe 5. Trip Backcountry Ski/Snowboard - Vesper Peak. Additional Parents; Image; Vesper Peak. Vesper Lake/Lake Elan Glacier in the clouds, Sloan to the right, Sperry in the foreground (1), Images There are a lot more tree roots in the first section than I’ve ever realized hiking vesper peak during the day. One of the surprises of the Wirtz Basin it's ability to hide Headlee Pass. Complaining on the internet [into the void] doesn’t serve much but maybe serve some temporary (self-righteous) relief. Vesper Peak - Attach/Detach Find Objects to Attach to 'Vesper Peak' (Displaying only the objects you have permission to attach) SEARCH All Except Images Albums Areas & Ranges Articles Canyons Custom Objects Fact Sheets FAQs Huts & Campgrounds Images Lists Logistical Centers Mountains & Rocks Routes Trailheads Trip Reports When you first enter the basin, cross Vesper creek and head up the trail to Vesper Peak - you can choose from a half dozen sites with outstanding views down onto the lake. DIFFICULT 18.1 mi. For hikers the trail ends here. They are hard to miss if you are actually looking. Warning: Even in summer, hard, steep snow sometimes exist in the gully below Headlee pass. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/vesper-peak-trail Be the first to submit your climbing note! Freeze-thaw conditions (max 2°C on Mon night, min -4°C on Sun afternoon). 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