• Lead Guide and Guest look back over the progress they've made while climbing Mount Baker on their splitboards.
  • Ski tracks on the slopes of Mount Baker on a clear day.
  • Mount Baker is host to some of the best camp sites! Tents on a glacier setting the team up for a summit attempt.
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Mount Baker Watson Traverse

$1,100.00 USD
$1,100.00 USD

The Legendary Watson Traverse: Mount Bakers High Alpine Ski Traverse

Epic 3-Day Watson Traverse

Experience the legendary Watson Traverse, a 3-day ski and splitboard adventure that climbs to the summit of Mount Baker via the Coleman Glacier and descends through the remote Boulder and Park Glaciers along Ptarmigan Ridge, ending at the Mount Baker Ski Area. This 17 mile traverse includes 5 runs totaling 8,000' of skiing with our summit run descending a vertical mile, that's a 5,280' descent! 

Journey Across 5 Glaciers

Over three days, you’ll travel across five of Mount Baker's eleven glaciers:

  • Coleman Glacier
  • Deming Glacier
  • Boulder Glacier
  • Park Glacier
  • Rainbow Glacier

Adventure Highlights

  • Summit of Mount Baker (Kulshan): Ski and climb to the 10,781' summit.
  • Remote Descents: Experience the solitude and beauty of the seldom-traveled Boulder, Park, and Rainbow Glaciers.
  • Stunning Campsites: Camp in some of the most picturesque zones on planet earth!
  • Phenomenal Skiing and Riding: Enjoy incredible runs bouncing along Ptarmigan Ridge, Coleman Pinnacle, and Table Mountain back to Heather Meadows at the Mount Baker Ski Area.

Ideal for Advanced Skiers and Riders

This traverse is designed for strong skiers and splitboarders with the ability to ride with a multi-day pack.

Join Our Expert Guides

Our local guides have the experience and knowledge to ensure you get the most out of your 3 days on this historic route. 

Book Your Watson Traverse Adventure Today!

Don't miss the chance to embark on this legendary traverse. Secure your spot for an unforgettable journey across Mount Baker's stunning glaciers.

Prepare for an adventure of a lifetime – book now!

 

Best for

  • Advanced to Expert Skiers and Splitboarders: Those with a high level of fitness for 3 days of mountainous travel.
  • High Fitness Level: Ability to ascend and descend with a multi-day backpack up 4,000' vertical per day for 3 days.
  • Winter Camping Experience: Preferred prior experience with winter camping.

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