Commonly done during the Basic Climbing Education Program (BCEP), this hike is a good conditioner for climbing Mt. Hood as well as practicing rope team travel and crampon techniques.

Activity Notes

Please use the links below to access additional information about this hike:

  1. Prospectus
  2. Map & PMR Southside Landmarks (tip - print on back of map)
  3. GPX Track
  4. Weather (NOAA, Mountain Forecast, MeteoBlue, Windy)
  5. Avalanche Forecast
  6. Here is the link to the travel plans spreadsheet
Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 65 miles
Driving Time from Portland 60 hours
Distance - Round Trip 4 miles
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
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