Arrived at 9:00 am to find a couple of regular parking spots left, and the trail uncrowded. Trail was snow free about 1/2 way up and then intermittent compact ice and snow approaching Windy Camp all the way to the plateau just before the trail to the summit. Poles sufficed for traction on the way up, but used spikes on for the descent as the snow had become slushy as temperatures rose
Skies were clear and the views were spectacular. Peaks of Baker, Glacier, Rainier and Adams were all visible. It was cold and blustery at the summit, but I found a nice wind break behind some rocks and enjoyed a snack with those amazing views.
Trail was more crowded on the way down, and cars were parked down the road. FYI - the toilet at the trailhead is locked.
Comments
Such a lack of snow is amazing.
Posted by:
proxie on Jan 24, 2026 10:20 PM
It doesn't bode well unless we get a lot the rest of this winter and spring.
Posted by:
AdamGl on Jan 25, 2026 07:41 PM