MOUNT SHASTA
AVALANCHE GULCH CLIMBING, SKIING & SPLITBOARDING
Avalanche Gulch is the most sought after route up Mount Shasta and see’s hundred’s of summits per year during the climbing season which typically begins late April and runs through the end August depending on the snowpack for the season. Standing tall at 14,179’ feet, Mount Shasta, or better known by the indigenous people of the land, Waka-nunee-Tuki-wuki; or Úytaahkoo, is the 5th tallest peak in California and one of the coveted fourteen-thousand foot peaks in the state. We offer a 3 Day Mountaineering or Ski and Splitboard Program for those looking to spend more time on the mountain and take a modest approach up Avalanche Gulch or we offer a 2 day Light and Fast Alpine Climbing Program and 2 day Ski/ Splitboard Program up Avalanche Gulch for those in peak physical shape looking to push their limits or sample the terrain on their skis or splitboard. Mount Shasta and Avalanche Gulch also plays host to one one of 50 Classic Ski Descents of North America, with a 7,000’ descent on a good snow year! So if skiing or splitboarding is your thing then the descent of Avalanche Gulch should be on your tick list! Click (+)’s below to learn more about our 2 and 3 day trips and the equipment needed to see which program works best for you.
AVALANCHE GULCH CLIMBING, SKIING, & SPLITBOARDING INFO
COST: $940 - $1,290 per Person
Trip Length: 2 - 3 Days
Elevation: 14,179'
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3 DAY PROGRAM (CLIMB, SKI, SPLITBOARD)
One Person $1,290
Two People $1,260
Three People $1,230
Four People $1,200
Five People $1,170
Six People $1,140
2 DAY PROGRAM (CLIMB, SKI, SPLITBOARD)
One Person $1,100
Two People $1,060
Three People $1,030
Four People $1,000
Five People $970
Six People $940
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We can provide ice axe, harness, helmet, and avalanche equipment when necessary, for any guests looking to climb or ski/ splitboard Avalanche Gulch. All other equipment must be provided by our guests. Please make sure to review the equipment list above for all other equipment needed for your climb on Mount Shasta. We highly recommend The Fifth Season in the town of Shasta for all other rental needs. Click the button below to start the short booking process!