Hannegan Pass and Peak — Tuesday, Jul. 9, 2002

North Cascades > Mount Baker Area

Snow begins on Hannegan Pass trail just after Hannegan Camp. Also many creeks to cross, running high with the warm weather, but no major problems. Found a lovely snowfree campsite on the knoll above the pass. Climbed Hannegan Pk the same day, mostly snow to top but trail beginning to melt out. Next day climbed Ruth on easy snow. Then continued on to Icy. Conditions good. Glaciers not yet broken up and make for easy travel. Climbed both peaks of Icy, both fun class 3-4 rock scrambles. A great trip with spectacular views into the heart of the North Cascades and the impressive north side of Shuksan. Heard ice falling down the East Nooksack Glacier all day!