Granite Mountain, Granite Mountain - Winter — Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005

Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass

Headed up from trailhead at 0940 on regular trail route. Not enough snow yet to cause avalanche problems but high easterly winds causing deep snow in rocky areas above 4000'. Snow depth generally about 2 feet overall. Got to about 5000' (summit is 5629') and turned around at 1300. Snowshoes definately needed due to powdery snow. Came across another climber who attempted the SW ridge. It is very icy as well as windy. Do not attempt without crampons.