![]() Winnie Hsieh July 2025 With summer weather and prime climbing conditions across most of the Cascades, the mountains are busy. For planning purposes, we suggest a backup plan or two for the permit that you are looking for as everyone else is looking for permits this time of year. Some of these walk-up permits require you to show up in Marblemount at the Wilderness Information Center, and some can be remotely issued via email. This is new for some areas, so familiarize yourself with our updated remote issue policies. This information can be found on our backcountry permit page under the drop-down menu for "Where to pick up a permit." Be sure to check the weather forecast, trail conditions, and closures beforehand. As always, leave a detailed itinerary with a friend or family member, including the date and time you plan to exit the backcountry. Closures and NoticesStay up-to-date with road, trail, and camp closures related to wildfire and seasonal winter closures using the helpful links provided. Understand the rules and regulations, including food storage requirements at each camp or cross-country zone, prior to your visit. You can find the backcountry permit process and regulations on the backcountry permit page. ALL overnight trips in the park require a backcountry permit.Note:
Current and General Climbing Conditions Climbing conditions are reported by climbing rangers, and updated as frequently as possible.
A detailed climbing blog and composting toilet location on Sulphide Glacier can be found here:
Climbing Conditions - Mt. Shuksan
A detailed climbing blog and composting toilet location on Eldorado can be found here:
Climbing Conditions - Eldorado Area
A detailed climbing blog and composting toilet location at Boston Basin can be found here:
Climbing Conditions - Boston Basin Area
Hannegan Pass Trailhead
5/8 - The road is drivable to within a mile of the trailhead. The trail to Hannegan Pass is a mixture of dirt trail and snow, with numerous avalanche paths covering the trail until full snow coverage starting 2+ miles from the trailhead. 5/8 - The road to the Goodell Creek trailhead is drivable to the trailhead. Consistent snow starts at or above 4600' elevation.
5/8 - No recent report.
Mt. Goode NE Buttress
7/15 - Expect some downed trees on the trail above Walker Park, and more on the trail down Park Creek. The Goode Glacier has some glacial ice showing but is still snow-covered enough to be straightforward for now. The moat crossing was easy enough but could change quickly with hot temps. Bacon Peak, Mount Hagan, Mount Blum 7/15 - No recent report. |
Last updated: July 17, 2025