Rating: WI4
Length: 30 meters (Pitch 1)
Pitches: 2-3
Up high in this drainage lies a couple of ice steps. The first step (not a full pitch) is like an oversized Mad Dog up to WI4 in difficulty. Meander up the gully over some other steps and choke points to find more ice awaiting above. This route is best early season before snow fall that threatens to rip loose and bury the whole route. Timing is key.
FA: Unknown
Descent: V-thread.
Posted by: Admin.
Lat/Long: N 60° 29'32" N, 149° 25'39" W
Park in the lot at the south end of Johnson Pass or use the smaller pullout on the south side of the highway directly underneath the route. The route is clearly visible situated up high in a drainage on the side of the mountain. Climb through endless alders and Devil's Club and head right into the drainage that leads to the base of the first pitch. Climb the drainage uphill to the base of the first step.
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