From the publisher

In between climbing and hiking, there’s scrambling--an adventure for anyone who wants to explore Washington’s mountains

Combining the adrenaline of mountaineering with the spectacular views of hiking, "scrambling" requires no technical experience. And Washington Scrambles has all the information you need to make your ascent! From the North Cascades and Pasayten Wilderness to the South Cascades and Olympics, this guide acts as a springboard to nontechnical summits--from easy to challenging to gorgeous mountain traverses. Avid scrambler and trip leader Peggy Goldmanhas substantially revised and updated this edition, which features:

• 80 scrambles plus 5 high-alpine traverses
• 25 brand-new routes
• 1- to 9-day trips
• All-new “At a Glance” table for easy trip planning
• All-new topo maps, with primary and alternative routes marked
• Tips for safe and successful scrambling