- All levels
- Ages 16+
There’s a reason Mount Shuksan is one of the most photographed peaks in North America. Take in unbelievable close-up views of Mount Baker and the North Cascades.
Quick Details
Washington’s highest peak truly earns its place as one of the pinnacles of American mountaineering glory. Standing 14,411 feet high, Rainier is the second-highest mountain in the lower 48 and tallest peak in Washington state. This mountain remains the ultimate goal on many climbers’ bucket lists.
This opportunity includes (and requires) a three-day climb of Mount Baker in advance of your Rainier summit, before your four-day summit of Mount Rainier in July. The Mount Rainier climbing route is either the Disappointment Cleaver or the Emmons Glacier.
Two Climbs, Fundraising for a Cause, and Skills to Last a Lifetime
What is this climb about, in short:
Support an invaluable cause, and receive mountaineering training which will carry you higher. It’s a whole training system and as a result, our success rate is high! Build community with your instructors and the adventurous folks who climb with you. Live your dreams; reach your goal!
The details:
Kaf Adventures has partnered with the Washington Trails Association (WTA). In participating in our charity Mt. Rainier climb, not only will you tackle Washington’s highest peaks, but you’ll also be giving back to the trails that help get you there. Your tax-deductible fundraising total will go straight to Washington Trails Association’s mission to preserve, enhance, and promote hiking opportunities in Washington state. You will be required to raise $1500 for Washington Trails Association in addition to your climbing fees. A representative from the WTA will provide you with a fundraising toolkit and webpage to help you stay on target and meet your goals. We encourage you to raise these funds to help build community awareness for the WTA mission.
Total cost for 2023 is $2800 plus $1500, or $4300. A 50% deposit for the Kaf portion ($1400) is due upon registration, with the other $1400 due 30 days prior to your Mt. Baker climb. The $1500 fundraising portion is due to the WTA by August 31st, 2024.
This climb is more than just one mountain. You will have the opportunity to participate in our Glacier Mountaineering Skills Course from June 21st-23rd, which also includes a summit attempt of Mount Baker. Our skilled instructors teach you to become a climber, not just a client. Everyone you meet on this course will be climbing Mt. Rainier with you, so it is a perfect opportunity to build your mountaineering community!
Registration for Mount Rainier climbs opens in early February of 2023. To join this climb, you must call in and register by phone when we open registration. Please have your training course dates selected when you call. Dates will be announced on social media and in our newsletter.
This is a four-day course with a mandatory online pre-trip meeting before the course start date.
Pre-Trip Meeting
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Transportation
All participants will be responsible for getting themselves to the pre-trip meeting. Kaf does not provide transportation for the outing; however, we recognize that transportation can be challenging. Once registered, Kaf will provide information regarding meeting times, locations, and any required parking permits. If interested in carpooling, we will orchestrate a meeting place between participants. (Covid regulations permitting)
Out-of-Town Participants
We recommend that anyone flying into Seattle arrive as early as possible on the day before the trip. We also recommend you do not book a return flight until late (red-eye) on the last day of the trip, or the following morning.
Our Glacier Mountaineering Skills Course is required and included in the cost of the climb.
You will receive a full packing list following registration, but please feel free to contact us with any gear or equipment specific questions you have. A brief list of what you will need to provide for yourself:
Transportation and times will be coordinated by email when the pre-trip announcement is sent to all registrants.
Consider joining us for any of our other Mountaineering Experiences and Ice Climbing or Rock Climbing courses.