Northwest Route, Mount Shuksan

There are more than 30 distinct ski lines on Washington’s Mt. Shuksan // [o] @jasonhummelphotography

There are more than 30 distinct ski lines on Washington’s Mt. Shuksan // [o] @jasonhummelphotography

 

Elevation: 9127’ 2782m

Aspect: North

Vertical: 5,700’ from summit to White Salmon Creek

Coordinates: 48°49’53”N 121°36’11”W

First descent: Erickson, Wong 1979

“Mount Shuksan is impressive on so many levels. One could spend a lifetime climbing and skiing its various aspects.” (FCSDofNA)

“I regret to say that I find fewer real skiers than I did 12 years ago when I arrived in this country. Every skier must master the fundamentals if he ever expects to be the master of his skis in any snow condition, on any terrain. Today’s skiers want to travel in the beaten track.”
— Hannes Schneider, 1951
Standing watch above the Mt. Baker Ski Area in Washington state is Mt. Shuksan, a towering mountain that steals your eye and sends shivers down your spine. I...
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