Northern Pickets
Northern Pickets in Washington has 5 climbing routes with alpine no fixed protection.
- 5 routes
- 5.4 – 5.9
- Alpine
Is Northern Pickets open right now?
Closure in the area
There's a closure order in North Cascades National Park. It doesn't name Northern Pickets, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).
Fire Closures - Trail, Area, and Camp Closures
Park closure covering North Cascades National Park · NPS · North Cascades National Park
Hozomeen Gate Remains Closed
Park closure covering North Cascades National Park · NPS · North Cascades National Park
Delays on Cascade River Road Starting October 13
Park alert covering North Cascades National Park · NPS · North Cascades National Park
Be Aware of Break-ins along State Route 20
Park alert covering North Cascades National Park · NPS · North Cascades National Park
Diablo Lake Boat Launch Inaccessible to Powerboats
Park alert covering North Cascades National Park · NPS · North Cascades National Park
As of · Source: NPS · North Cascades National Park. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
Northern Pickets is a climbing area in the Stephen Mather Wilderness, inside North Cascades National Park in Washington, managed by the National Park Service. It sits within designated wilderness on land overseen by the NPS. There is no fee to climb here. The Southern Pickets, another climbing area, lies about 4 miles away. Nearby options include the Luna Peak Route hike at about 5 miles and the Stillwell Camp Access at about 5.4 miles. Paddlers can head to the Baker River, roughly 6 miles off, and the Chilliwack River is about 8 miles away.
Routes (5)
Luna Peak(1)
Mt. Challenger(2)
Phantom Peak(1)
West Peak(1)
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