An opportunity to test your mental and physical toughness while climbing and skiing the highest peaks in the Wallowas.
The Wallowas Top 10 explores the highest peaks in the Eagle Cap Wilderness. Although a couple of the 10 high points are accessible from established yurt camps and old mining cabins, you have to earn your right to stand on any of these majestic beauties. Completing this project will require multi-day expeditions, winter camping, long approaches, exposed terrain, and stunning views. Some of the peaks are close enough in proximity that it’s possible to tackle multiple summits in one trip. We recommend signing up for one of our Steep and Deep camps as a solid prerequisite if we haven’t skied or rode with you previously, and to dial in your winter camping skills.
The Wallowas Top 10
- Sacajawea 9,838’
- Matterhorn 9,826’
- Aneroid 9,702’
- Pete’s Point 9,675’
- Twin Peaks 9,673’
- Chief Joseph 9,616’
- Eagle Cap 9,572’
- Red Mountain 9,555’
- Cusick 9,518’
- Glacier Peak 9,495’
ITINERARY
Each of the high points requires a different itinerary, starting location, and number of days to complete. Provided is some information to give you an idea of the recommended time for each trip, and the option to link multiple objectives. Click here to view a map with a red dot highlighting each of the peaks.
Northern Wallowas
- Sacajawea, Matterhorn, Chief Joseph 4-5 days
- Aneroid, Petes Point 4 days
- Twin Peaks 1 Day
Central Wallowas
- Eagle Cap and Glacier Peak 4 days
Southern Wallowas - Red Mountain and Cusick 4-5 days
DETAILS
Difficulty: Previous backcountry experience with ECMG required, advanced skier, good fitness
Duration: 4-5 days, 3-4 nights
Meeting Time: TBD
Meeting Location: TBD
What we provide:
- AMGA trained ski guide
- Mega Mids for sleeping
- Snowmobile/ side by side ride when applicable
- 3:1 ratio
- Stoves and fuel
What You Need:
- Food for number of days out (see meal plan gear list)
- Alpine touring equipment – rubber-soled AT boots with walk mode required, Dynafit-style bindings strongly encouraged
- Splitboarding equipment – hard boot, “Dyna-split” style set up strongly encouraged
- Ski Crampons, boot crampons, ice axe (or whippet)
- Backcountry skiing clothing and equipment
- Sleeping Bag
- Down booties
- Review the full equipment list (see gear list)
DATES AND RATES
Dates:
These are primarily spring objectives, when we have longer days, and a more stable snowpack. Please send us an email to explore dates and trip options. Group Size: Our guide to guest ratio is 3:1, and our max group size is 6 guests and 2 guides.
Prices per day:
- 1:1 $625
- 2:1 $425
- 3:1 $350
503-329-6603
info@eaglecapmountainguides.com
