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Information on climbing in the Mount Shasta Area

Excerpts from, Steep Trails by John Muir
...back against the wind to the "Hot Springs," ..."Here," said Jerome, as we shivered in the midst of the hissing, sputtering fumaroles, "we shall be safe from frost." "Yes," said I, "we can lie in this mud and steam and sludge, warm at least on one side...
...When the heat became unendurable, on some spot where steam was escaping through the sludge, we tried to stop it with snow and mud, or shifted a little at a time by shoving with our heels; for to stand in blank exposure to the fearful wind in our frozen-and-broiled condition seemed certain death.

...we arose and began to struggle homeward. Our frozen trousers could scarcely be made to bend at the knee, and we waded the snow with difficulty... ...When we had descended some three thousand feet the sunshine warmed our backs and we began to revive. At 10 a.m. we reached the timber and were safe.

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Shasta Mountain Guides

Locally owned & licensed guide service, operating under permit from the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, US Forest Service.

Shasta Mountain Guides is an accredited member of the American Mountain Guides Association.

True mountain professionals committed to sharing their array of skills and passion for climbing and skiing.

The Fifth Season

For more than 20 years The Fifth Season has been headquarters for skiers, climbers and snowboarders exploring the Mount Shasta area. The Fifth Season offers a complete selection of the finest mountaineering and ski gear as well as the most current rental and demo equipment.

If you are climbing with or without a guide, The Fifth Season is the place to prepare for a successful adventure.

Weather:
Weather Underground Weather Channel National Weather Service Note: Mount Shasta makes her OWN WEATHER!! What is forecast in town may not be in any way related to what is going on the mountain. Regardless of what anyone says, if conditions are deteriorating keep the safety of your group in mind, and climb another day.
Conditions:	Guide Services:
Road Conditions Climbing Route Advisory Shasta Web Cams Avalanche Advisory	Only three outfitter/guides are permitted by the National Forest Service to lead trips and classes on Mt. Shasta. Shasta Mountain Guides: 530-926-3117 Sierra Wilderness Seminars: 1-888-SWS-MTNS Alpine Skills International: 530-426-9108
Routs & Maps:	Education:
Climbing Routes Summaries Climbing Route Advisory Southwest Side North Side East Side USGS Maps	Avalanche and Climbing Education Accidents on Mt. Shasta

DISCLAIMER:

WARNING: Skiing, Fishing, Climbing, Mountaineering, and outdoors sports are inherently dangerous and possibly deadly. Freak storms, avalanches, and rock-falls among other things can happen suddenly in any wilderness, and possibly lead to death. These pages are meant to be for entertainment and informational purposes only. Do not rely on these pages accuracy for absolute guidance, they represent the opinions of the authors only, and are not guaranteed in any way to be precise directions. Before starting in outdoor activities the advice of a trained guide should be sought and lessons should be taken. This website is not liable for your actions.