Mount Stuart (Stuart Range) is most commonly climbed via the Cascadian Couloir. Rated 7/10 difficulty, the standard ascent typically takes 2 days, covering roughly 14 miles with 5,000 feet of vertical gain. The summit stands at 9,415 ft with 5,335 ft of clean prominence — among the most topographically significant peaks in the lower 48.
Recommended Route
Cascadian Couloir
Permits & Camping
Climbing Permits
No special climbing permit is required for Mount Stuart, though wilderness or park entry fees may apply. Peak season runs July-September.
Season & Access
Permit details pending editorial review
Safety Information
Technical Requirements
- Glacier Travel
- Exposed Scrambling
- Alpine Start
- Snow Travel
- Off-Trail Navigation
Known Hazards
- Crevasse Fall
- Rockfall
- Exposed Scrambling
- Hypothermia
- Loose Rock & Scree
- Exposure
Getting There
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Mount Stuart · WA
Coordinates
47.4654° N, 120.9013° W
Data source: PeakList.org (elevation, prominence); PeakBagger/SummitPost (route, class, hazards, permits)