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Mt. Rainier Climbs and Courses
Washington • 14,410' • 4392m
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Which IMG Mt. Rainier Summit Climb or Course is Right for You?
Please browse the list below to compare and contrast the difficulty level, expedition length, and prices of the International Mountain Guides Mt. Rainier programs and click the trip names to get more climb details including the climb-specific gear list. We are proud to offer among the lowest client to guide ratios available and believe this maximizes our clients' experience and success rate. Please contact us with any questions.
What time does my climb start? All 2008 IMG Rainier trips will meet from 2 PM to 6 PM on the day prior to start of climb. Muir/DC, Kautz, and Liberty Ridge trips and all seminars meet at IMG HQ; Emmons trips meet at Alpine Inn Lodge at Crystal Mountain Ski Area. Many more questions about our climbs and courses are addressed in the Rainier FAQ »
| Introductory Mt. Rainier Climbs and Seminars Open to All Skill Levels | ||||||
| IMG Rainier Program (Click trip name for details) |
Client/Guide Ratio | Price | Total Days | Program Description | ||
| Mountaineering Day School
2008 |
5:1 | $172 | 1 |
A great introduction to basic glacier travel skills. Meet at 7:30am at IMG Headquarters in Ashford. |
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| 2-Day Mountain School 2008 |
5:1 | $245 | 2 | A great introduction to climbing skills: knots, ropework, self-rescue, anchors, crevasse rescue. One day in Ashford, one day in Paradise. No overnight in the Park. | ||
| 3-Day Summit Climb
May 2008 |
2:1 | $1,161 | 3½ | Meet at 2pm at IMG Headquarters in Ashford for initial group training and orientation. Ice axe, cramponing and roped glacier travel are taught at Camp Muir before the trip to High Camp on Day 2. Three full days are spent on the mountain for maximum acclimatization and a more enjoyable experience. | ||
| 4-Day Summit Climb
September 2008 |
2:1 | $1,516 | 4½ | Our 4½ Day Ingraham Glacier/Disappointment Cleaver summit program is the most relaxed approach offered to climb Mt. Rainier . The four-day program increases our opportunity for success on the mountain. There is time incorporated into this program for resting and recovery after each day’s activities. We climb as light and efficiently as possible and rely on the shelter at Camp Muir to avoid carrying extra gear or tents. The extra day spent at Camp Muir allows for better acclimatization to the altitude prior to the summit day, and more time to enjoy the majestic alpine environment with your climbing team. | ||
| 4-Day Emmons
June 2008 |
2:1 | $1,566 | 4½ | A great trip for people who want an extra day on the approach via a scenic, less traveled route. A more self-sufficient climbing experience but all the advantages of IMG's 2:1 guide ratio. Meet at 2pm at Alpine Inn Lodge at Crystal Mountain Ski Area (price includes dinner and breakfast at Lodge prior to climb.) |
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| Denali Expedition Seminar
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2:1 | $1,290 | 6½ | Training focused on preparation for a climb of Denali or other high altitude expedition based out of Camp Muir. Get the basic training required to participate in an expedition to Denali including ice axe arrest, cramponing, sled hauling, expedition camps, snow shelters, snow anchors, crevasse rescue and fixed ropes. Base level training for Denali or other higher mountains. Equally useful for those looking for a good introductory training seminar and introduction to the sport. April and May only. Includes a summit attempt. | ||
| Himalayan Seminar
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2:1 4:1 |
$1,619 | 6½ | The "high end" IMG training program. Includes everything in the Denali Seminar plus more ice climbing, route finding and glacier travel. Three nights spent on lower glaciers, then one night at Muir, one night at Ingraham Flats. Training focused on developing climbing skills, ice climbing, crevasse rescue. Summit attempt included. | ||
| Ski Mountaineering Seminar 2009 |
3:1 | $1235 | 5½ | Offered once (April). Can be bundled with Avalanche 2 | ||
| Avalanche Courses 2008 |
5:1 | $335 | 2 | Taught at Crystal Mountain Ski Area. Price for Level III course is $495. |
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| Intermediate Level Mt. Rainier Climbs and Seminars | ||||||
| IMG Rainier Program | Client/Guide Ratio | Price | Total Days | Program Description | ||
| 4-Day Kautz
June 2008 |
2:1 | $1,516 | 4½ | A more challenging climb for people in good condition who have done some previous climbing or are looking for a bigger adventure. Training is conducted en route. Meet at 2pm at IMG Headquarters in Ashford. | ||
| Advanced Level Mt. Rainier Climbs for Experienced Climbers Only | ||||||
| IMG Rainier Program | Client/Guide Ratio | Price | Total Days | Program Description | ||
| Liberty Ridge
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3:2 | $2,227 | 5½ | The hardest guided route on Mt. Rainier, and a classic. Meet at 2pm at IMG Headquarters in Ashford. | ||
| Winter Expedition
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2:1 | $1,351 | 6½ | Training focused on Denali preparation based out of Camp Muir including avalanche hazard evaluation. Summit attempt if conditions allow. Level 1 Avalanche credential provided. Perfect training for high altitude, cold weather expeditions. | ||
All prices quoted above include Mount Rainier Climbing Pass, Park Entrance Fee, |
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| Private Mt. Rainier Climbs | ||||||
| Please call the IMG office at 360-569-2609 to discuss details, route options and prices. | ||||||
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