Washington · Rock climbing · Snoqualmie Pass

The Rump

Accessible Washington crag with varied climbing for developing climbers.

Is The Rump open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. It doesn't name The Rump, 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 Rump

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

    39° / 32°

    19 wet · 5 snow

  2. Feb

    42° / 32°

    17 wet · 4 snow

  3. Mar

    46° / 33°

    20 wet · 4 snow

  4. Apr

    51° / 36°

    19 wet · 1 snow

  5. May

    59° / 42°

    17 wet

  6. Jun

    63° / 46°

    15 wet

  7. Jul

    70° / 51°

    9 wet

  8. Aug

    71° / 52°

    8 wet

  9. Sep

    64° / 47°

    12 wet

  10. Oct

    54° / 41°

    17 wet

  11. Nov

    44° / 36°

    20 wet · 2 snow

  12. Dec

    39° / 31°

    20 wet · 5 snow

Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Cedar Lake, WA, 13.9 mi away at 1,560 ft. 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 Rump is a Washington climbing area offering accessible rock climbing in a scenic setting. The crag features a variety of climbing opportunities suitable for climbers developing their skills on natural rock. Its approachable nature and rock quality make it a solid destination for those looking to experience climbing in Washington's diverse geology.

Routes

No routes catalogued here yet

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