Distance

3.7 mi to summit

6.8 mi total

Elevation

9,308 ft start

13,949 ft max

Vertical

4,846 ft gain

Time

6 hr 20 min to summit

10 hr 18 min total

Oh man! What a beautiful mountain. I can see myself doing this one again. Early alpine start, perfect snow up the West Face Gully and an unbeatable view.

Route name

Mount Shasta 6.8 mi route

out-and-back
Obstacles

routefinding, snow on route, avalanche danger

Key gear

ice axe, crampons, helmet, mountaineering boots

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