Conditions Report - June 22, 2011 Happy Summer!

 NORTHWEST:


Reports from various AAI Guides....


-- There's still some minor road work on hwy 20; there may be periodic waits. Washington Pass snow is firming up nicely.


--The NW face of Mt. Shuksan still has considerable avy danger. The summit pyramid is almost totally covered in snow and rime ice; difficult to make anchors. 


--The Early Winters Creek on the approach to Burgundy Col is difficult to cross due to high water from snowmelt. Silver Star is still covered with snow. 

--Attention Mt. Erie Climbers: After consultation with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists the Peregrine Falcon nesting area has been reopened to rock climbing. It appears that the falcons were unsuccessful in their attempt to reestablish a nest. The area that was previously closed was near the Skyline Arête. Thanks to all who helped us by posting signs around the closure area and encouraging others to observe the voluntary closure area.Please contact me with any questions.  Anacortes Parks and Recreation, 360-299-1953



--Check out this recent trip report for Colchuck area conditions.

-- Forecast for the East Slope of the Cascades.

-- Forecast for the West Slope of the Cascades.

-- Webcam for Leavenworth and the Stuart Range.

-- Forecast for Mount Rainier.

-- Route and Conditions Report from Mt. Baker Rangers: Mount Baker Climbing Blog.

-- Forest Service Road Report for Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.

-- Mount Saint Helens, Mount Adams conditions and recreation report.

-- Webcams for Mount Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park, Leavenworth.

-- An up-to-date ski and snow report for the Northwest may be found here.

-- Up-to-date Pacific Northwest ice conditions may be found here.

SIERRA:


-- Tioga Pass is officially open! Check out this trip report.


-- Check out these amazing (and current) scenic pictures of Yosemite Valley and more. 

-- For up-to-date avalanche and weather reports in the Eastern Sierra, click here.

-- Webcams for Bishop, June Lake, Mammoth Mountain, Mono Lake, Tioga Pass.

ALASKA RANGE:

-- Conditions in the range will be available as our dispatches come in. Please go to our Dispatch Blog for the most updated information.

RED ROCK CANYON:

-- Forecast and average temperatures for Red Rock Canyon.

-- Webcam for Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.

-- The late exit and overnight permit number for Red Rock Canyon is 702-515-5050. If there is any chance that you will be inside the park after closing, be sure to call this number so that you don't get a ticket.

-- The entrance to the scenic drive had a parking area for those who wanted to carpool up until approximately April of 2009. That lot has now become employee parking and people who want to carpool are required to park at the lot outside the Scenic Drive exit.

--The scenic drive currently opens its gates at 6 in the morning.

JOSHUA TREE:

-- Forecast and average temperatures for Joshua Tree National Park.

-- Webcam for Joshua Tree National Park.

-- As winter use in Joshua Tree is growing, camping can be difficult at times.  It is not a bad idea to come with a back-up plan if the park campgrounds are full.  Here are the NPS Campground Details. Some people like to stay at the rural campground often referred to as "The Pit."  And lastly, there is a campground available at Joshua Tree Lake.

-- The Joshua Tree entrance fee is currently $15 per vehicle.  Your receipt will give you access to the park for seven days after its initial purchase.  Rangers check this receipt at each of the major access points going in and out.  Annual passes are available for $30.

ALPS:

-- Chamonix and Mont Blanc Regional Forecasts may be found here.

-- Webcams for Chamonix Valley, Zermatt and the Matterhorn.