Description
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
