Cascade Alpine Guide; Stevens Pass to Rainy Pass
Cascade Alpine Guide; Stevens Pass to Rainy Pass

Author: Fred Beckey

Publisher: The Mountaineers Books

Published: 2003-06-09

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 1594851557

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* Cascades climbing routes -- the guidebooks relied on for more than 25 years * Northwest climbing legend Fred Beckey has summited and explored hundreds of Cascade peaks * Hand-drawn maps and photos with route overlays, as well as approach information Volume II in the classic Cascade Alpine Guide series features expert information on more than 300 climbing and high routes in the Cascades. This volume covers the middle of the Cascade Range, from the foothills east of Puget Sound to Lake Chelan. You'll find geographical, historical, and geological overviews of the majestic mid-Cascade region, plus important tips on safety and backcountry usage. Legendary author/climber Fred Beckey includes technical and grade information for each route to make clear exactly what type of climb you are embarking upon.

Olympic Mountains
Olympic Mountains

Author: Olympic Mountain Rescue

Publisher: The Mountaineers Books

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 372

ISBN-13: 9780898862065

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The only climbing guide devoted to Washington's Olympic National Park--now completely updated and expanded with more than thirty percent additional new material.

Classic Cascade Climbs
Classic Cascade Climbs

Author: Jim Nelson

Publisher: Mountaineers Books

Published: 2021

Total Pages: 654

ISBN-13: 1680510479

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Classic Cascade Climbs features more than 100 climbing routes across 70-plus peaks--from renowned alpine routes to challenging trad climbs, as well as a handful of sport, ice, and crag options. To determine if it was a “classic” each route was judged on the following criteria: overall quality, popularity, accessibility, style, and historical importance. Climbing beta includes: Peak and prominence elevations and type of rock Grade, approach, route, descent descriptions Detailed photo-based route overlays and topo maps Pitch-by-pitch details, estimated time, recommended equipment Required permits and other special considerations Selected history including first ascents Authoritative and inspirational, this seminal guide also features stunning mountain photography by famed photographer John Scurlock and others.

Cascade Alpine Guide: Columbia River to Stevens Pass
Cascade Alpine Guide: Columbia River to Stevens Pass

Author: Fred Beckey

Publisher: The Mountaineers Books

Published: 1987

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9780898864236

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The long-awaited revision of Fred Beckey's comprehensive and indispensable climbing guide is here at last. The first volume in the classic Cascade Alpine Guide series, Columbia River to Stevens Pass features expert information on more than 300 climbing and high routes, including Mount Rainier. Here you'll find geographical, historical, and geological overviews of the majestic North Cascades region, plus important tips on safety and backcountry usage and enough technical and grade information to make clear exactly what type of route you are embarking upon. The new, third edition is thoroughly revised and updated with new maps and photos, plus all the most recent resource materials. Without a doubt, this exhaustive resource should be a staple in every serious mountaineer's collection.

Challenge of the North Cascades
Challenge of the North Cascades

Author: Fred Beckey

Publisher: The Mountaineers Books

Published: 2012-12-20

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 1594853762

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* Fred Beckey is synonomous with Cascades climbing and is said to have completed more first ascents than any other climber in history * Includes detailed appendix of all Beckey's ascents from 1936-1968 This book documents more than three decades of adventure in the peaks of the North Cascades. In this absorbing memoir, climbing legend Fred Beckey shares his unique experiences, from achieving personal triumphs to facing the challenges of nature. It's a must for every mountaineering enthusiast's bookshelf!

Rainy Pass to Fraser River
Rainy Pass to Fraser River

Author: Fred Beckey

Publisher: The Mountaineers Books

Published: 2008-06-01

Total Pages: 432

ISBN-13: 1594854300

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The godfather of North Cascades climbing updates the third of his seminal guides to this wild range. Included are 10 new topos, updated maps, over 100 photographs (75 with route overlays), route information and driving directions.Hikers, scramblers, serious climbers and Northwest rescue organizations, alike, have relied on Fred Beckey's Cascade Alpine Guides for decades to lead them through this wild mountain range. In addition to their comprehensiveness, the books provide a rare combination of aerial photos with route overlays, three-dimensional illustrated maps and climbing topos.The section of the North Cascades covered in this volume is roughly a pie-shaped area bounded by Hwy 97 and the Columbia River to the east, Lake Chelan to the west, and Hwy 20 to the north. Except for glaciers and some year-round snow fields, it's mostly dry, lonesome, open country, with beautiful granite spires jutting to the sky.

Geology of the North Cascades
Geology of the North Cascades

Author: Rowland Tabor

Publisher: The Mountaineers Books

Published: 1999-05-31

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 1594853045

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* Explains the geologic natural history of the North Cascades * Appeals to hikers who are fascinated by the region, as well as amateur geologists * Authors are both geologists with the US Geological Survey Composed of everything from volcanic island arcs and deep ocean sediments, to parts of old continents and even pieces of the deep subcrustal mantle of the earth, Washington's North Cascade region is a true geologic mosaic. Here, authors Tabor and Haugerud reveal that the spectacular scenery of these mountains is matched by equally spectacular geology. Beginning with a summary of the geologic history of the North Cascades, the first section also offers the novice a primer on geologic terms and processes. The second section covers more than 150 accessible sites of geologic interest, arranged by reference to the rivers and streams of the range. Many new ideas about the rocks and geologic processes in the North Cascades are introduced, making this a must-read for those studying the region.

Fred Beckey's 100 Favorite North American Climbs
Fred Beckey's 100 Favorite North American Climbs

Author:

Publisher: Patagonia

Published: 2013-10-06

Total Pages: 661

ISBN-13: 1938340094

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Fred Beckey's 100 Favorite North American Climbs is the magnum opus of the greatest American climber of the past century. Fred’s intimate, detailed knowledge of the mountains and climbs he chronicles here create an unparalleled guidebook and must-have for every climber’s bookshelf – as well as a great read for any armchair adventurer. Filled with hand-drawn climbing topos, photos, narrative description, side notes and 40 extra climbs of note in each of the eight geographical regions. This is the guide for every climber’s bookshelf.

Climbing Mount Rainier
Climbing Mount Rainier

Author: Fred Beckey

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13:

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Details 49 ascent routes, features 5 maps and 75 photos. Includes notes on natural history.