Coastal Classic!

Towering over the Sea to Sky corridor at 2678m, Mt. Garibaldi is a highly sought summit. What attracts climbers? It is a dramatic glaciated peak and the highest point towering over the town of Squamish below.

This trip involves climbing the north east face via Brohm Ridge and the Warren Glacier. Begin by driving a 4x4 road to 1380m. From here, walk a beautiful subalpine ridge to camp on the edge of the Warren Glacier. An alpine start brings you up the Warren Glacier to the classic North East Face where 50 degree snow slopes lead to the spectacular summit.

Helicopter Option:
Fly from Squamish Airport to camp near Warren Glacier. Save energy for the climb by avoiding the approach hike!

This is a coast classic climb!

Itinerary:

Day 1

Meet at Cloudburst Cafe in Squamish at 8am. Drive the 4x4 road to 1380m. Approach hike 7km, 650m elev. gain. Tent camping near Warren Glacier.

Day 2

An alpine start has you crossing the Warren glacier by headlamp. Upon reaching the bergschrund on the northeast face, a pitch of 50 degree snow leads to the summit. Camp to summit is 5km, 700m elev. gain. Return to camp, pack up and hike back to the truck.

Helicopter Option:

From Squamish Airport, helicopter to camp on Brohm Ridge near the Warren Glacier. Avoids the approach hike.

Waiver

You are required to read the VMG Waiver and agree to it’s terms and conditions prior to paying or signing.

Questions?

Fee:

4x4 Road Option:
Ratio 1:1 $1599ea (2 Days)
Ratio 1:2 $899ea (2 Days)

Contact VMG for larger groups.

Helicopter Option:
Add: $1075 for helicopter (includes return, max 3 passengers)
(Paid at airport)
 

Dates:

June - September

Pre-requisite:

• Good physical conditioning

• Ice axe and crampons skill

• Overnight backpacking

Equipment:

• Harness

• Helmet (climbing)

• Belay Device (Reverso-style)

• Mountaineering Boots (1/2 shank min)

• Crampons (fitted to boots)

• General Ice Axe (70cm)

• 1 x 55cm Cable Snow Picket

• 1 x 19-21cm Ice Screw

• 4 x Locking Carabiners (pear shape)

• 1 x Triple Action Locker w/ Captive Eye

• 4 x Non-Locking Carabiners

• 1 x Double Length Sling (120cm)

• 1 x Cordalette (5m x 7mm cord)

• 1 x Petzl Nanotraxion or Spock

• 1 x Trekking Pole (no basket)

• Backcountry Camping kit

Note: VMG will supply any equipment you do not have (except approach shoes).