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Majestic Mount Shasta seems to have a memorable impact on everyone who comes
within sight of the massive, snowcapped volcano. The Mountain inspires thoughts
of walking through luscious meadows, hiking on alpine trails, or climbing the
summit to experience breathtaking views.
Climbing Mt. Shasta was written and designed specifically for those of you
who are motivated to climb Mt. Shasta for the first time. It contains detailed
information for novice climbers and for experienced mountaineers who dream of
reaching the summit using the Avalanche Gulch route. For you nonclimbers, get
comfortable, open this book, and let me take you on a step-by-step journey to
the Mountain's summit and back again.
"Lewis'
book is an excellent resource and contains much needed
information that should prevent the type of accidents and
injuries that we deal with on the mountain. A better prepared
climber saves time, money, and unnecessary dangerous exposure to
SAR team members. I highly recommend reading the book! "
Sgt. Dave Nicholson, Siskiyou Co. Sheriffs Dept. Search and
Rescue Coordinator
Find out what the readers are saying...
Climbing to the
14,162 feet and standing on the summit of Mt. Shasta can be one of the most rewarding
experience of your life. Avalanche Gulch route is one of the most
popular and climbed routes in the United States with thousands of climbers that attempt the summit annually. With 17
established routes, each with variations, there are climbing routes available for beginners as well as advanced mountaineers.
A rough estimate would be about 90 percent of those people are
climbing Mt. Shasta for the first time and so Climbing Mt Shasta
guide book is written for those new climbers and to help ensure a
safe a successful assent to the summit of Mt. Shasta.
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Mt. Shasta |
Quick Facts |
| Location |
Cascade Range, Northern California, USA |
| Elevation |
14,162 ft. - 4,317 meters |
| Routes |
17 Established Routes - each with variations |
| Main Route |
Avalanche Gulch - South Side |
| Estimated Climbers |
15,000 Annually (a lot of beginners) |
| Climbing Times |
1 to 2 days (depending upon experience) |
| Difficulty |
Beginner to Advanced |
| Types |
Mountaineering, Rock & Ice, Backpacking |
| Terrain |
Loose Volcanic Talus, Rock & Ice, Glaciers |
Climbing Mt. Shasta is also available in most book and
mountaineering stores!
"I've
found Steve's book to be the best reference available for preparing anyone to safely and
successfully climb to the summit of Mt. Shasta using the Avalanche Gulch Route."
Robin Kohn, Outdoor Recreation Specialist, Mount Shasta City
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