Trapper Creek Canyoneering Canyoning Caving
The exploration of this location has not yet been documented
All information is unverified estimation |
|---|
|
| Rating: |
Log in to rateLog in to rateLog in to rateLog in to rateLog in to rate 0.0 (0 ratings) |
|
|
| |
Raps: No Shuttle: |
|---|
| Location: |
|
|---|
| |
|---|
| Condition Reports: |
(log in to submit report)
|
|---|
Weather: |
|
|---|
| Best season: |
Aug-Sept | winter | | spring | | summer | | fall |
|---|
| Dec | Jan | Feb | | Mar | Apr | May | | Jun | Jul | Aug | | Sep | Oct | Nov |
|
| Regions: |
|
45.9154, -122.0467https://ropewiki.com/images/a/a4/Trapper_Creek.kmltopo
GPS data automatically extracted from [], please visit their site for more detailed information.
Automatic GPS data extraction NOT allowed, please visit [] to download GPX.
(log in to submit reference picture)
| Welcome! Canyons in the Pacific Northwest can be different from those you might be used to. Be ready for unlinked bolts, retrievable traverse lines, and challenging aquatic environments. For more on local practices, and the best way to get started in the region, check out the WCC Safety page.
- Unlinked Bolts - groups should be comfortable rigging unlinked bolts, either temporarily linking them for all but the last person, or using a passive redundancy method. Most importantly, if you find two bolts side by side that are unlinked, do not add webbing to them. Linking bolts designed to be unlinked will likely cause damage during seasonal floods.
- Traverse Lines - many canyons are rigged to allow traverse line access to an exposed anchor station. This should be done using self-belay or team belay techniques. Do not leave fixed lines in the canyons.
- Challenging Environments - the highly aquatic nature of PNW canyons can surprise many. Cold temperatures, slippery rocks, loud waterfalls, and strong currents all lead to unexpected problems. Do not underestimate the need for strong team work and technical proficiency. Belays are frequently not possible. Unattended gear will sink or float away. Sliding and jumping is the cause of most major injuries, so it's critical to effectively communicating water depth & submerged hazards.
|
Introduction[edit]
Current status: Open. Be aware much of the Trapper Creek Wilderness was overrun by wildfire in 2020. While this drainage was not impacted, trail and road access may have been affected. Contact Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3402 for current information.
South Cascades prospect. Canyon drops 1000ft in about 0.7mi.
- Approach follows old road grade and an unmaintained trail to meet the Trapper Creek trail (#192).
- The exit trail is not shown accurately on USGS maps; there is considerable switchbacking up & out of the valley. Main trail is in good shape as of 2017.
- There are a number of terrific old growth trees along the trail.
Approach[edit]
Descent[edit]
Red tape[edit]
Beta sites[edit]
Trip reports and media[edit]
Background[edit]
Further Explorations[edit]
For extra bonus points visit the crater adjacent to Bare Mountain to the south. Known as "Bare Bottom" this is the apparently the deepest natural pit with no outflow in Washington State. The crater floor is a forest-ringed meadow; it may or may not be worth your time.
45.9154, -122.0467
Search nearby locations
Weather forecast
Waterflow
