Washington · Rock climbing · Snoqualmie Pass

The Fang

Washington climbing crag with varied routes for multiple skill levels.

Is The Fang open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. It doesn't name The Fang, so check the source for the area it covers (3 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Best time to visit The Fang

Best months: July–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

  1. Jan

    32° / 25°

    20 wet

  2. Feb

    35° / 26°

    17 wet

  3. Mar

    40° / 29°

    20 wet

  4. Apr

    46° / 33°

    19 wet

  5. May

    53° / 38°

    17 wet

  6. Jun

    60° / 43°

    14 wet

  7. Jul

    68° / 50°

    8 wet

  8. Aug

    69° / 51°

    7 wet

  9. Sep

    63° / 47°

    10 wet

  10. Oct

    49° / 38°

    16 wet

  11. Nov

    38° / 30°

    19 wet

  12. Dec

    32° / 24°

    20 wet

Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Stampede Pass, WA, 13 mi away at 3,959 ft. The station sits about 1,300 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Closures we've recorded since August 2026

  • Campfire Ban in Effect Forest-wide

    Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest · Order dated July 21, 2026; seen Aug 23, 2026 → lifted Sep 15, 2026 · Forest Service

The Fang is a Washington climbing destination offering rock climbing in a scenic setting. The crag provides climbing opportunities across various grades and styles, making it accessible to climbers at different skill levels. Its location and character make it a worthwhile addition to any climbing itinerary in the region.

Routes

No routes catalogued here yet

We have this crag's location and access details, but not its individual climbs. Routes appear here as our sources add them.

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