Hidden Lake Peaks is a popular summer trail with an expanse of open, moderatly angled ski terrain paired with a beautiful summit.

Silver Star Glacier offers a 5400' descent to Silver Star creek or Varden Creek. This is a popular heli-skiing destination in the winter. Be wary of heli-skiers descending from above you.

In the right conditions, Stoneman Couloir can provide an escape from the crowds, excellent views, and a manageable slope maxing out at 38 degrees.

This multi-day tour extends over 7 glaciers with beautiful campsites along the way. Experienced route finding and hazard identification are a must.

This 3000' fall line on a Casacade-Johannesburg requires excellent conditions. The ascent is through the couloir and requires high commitment given the intense exposures.

One of the most popular tours in the Washington Pass area due to its numerous variations and outstanding views. Dubbed the "Birthday tour" in Sally Portman's writeup after her husband, Don, skied it on one of his birthdays.

A full day of skiing with two 2000' descents await eager skiers with apt timing. This route is not accessible without a snowmobile until the North Cascades HWY typically opens between late March and May. Best timing is right after the HWY opens. The start/end are not the same and it's preferable to leave a car/bike along the highway between milepost 148 and 149 in order to get back to the start.

The fire lookout atop Winchester Mountain serves as a luxurious base camp for skiers before commencing the tour to Mount Larrabee.

Options to descend the QuienSabe or traverse the entire mountain by skiing the Sahale Glacier and Shale Arm.

Access from the backcountry access gate along Blueberry Cat Track.

Ruth Mountian and the Ruth Glacier provides an excellent day trip with views of Mount Baker and Mount Shuksan.

When traversed from South to North, skiers will encounter excellent descents and glacier crossings within a remote section of the Cascades. Car logistics are required as the start/end points are not the same.

Backcountry-goers should have previous ski-mountaineering experience and excellent route finding and hazard identification skills to complete this multi-day tour. You will be rewarded with tremendous Cascadian views.

The physically demanding North Face of Spider Mountain requires excellent skiing ability and mountaineering experience.

This tour begins at the Mount Baker Ski Area White Salmon Lodge and leads skiers quickly into steep alpine terrain. The White Salmon Tour is one of the shortest routes to the summit and requires excellent ski mountaineering and route finding skills.

Ruby Mountain, a 7400 ft peak in the North Cascades, offers an unparalleled alpine skiing experience. The tour starts at Happy Creek, accessible from Highway 20, and typically involves an initial skin followed by a boot hike through thin snow coverage. The forested trail soon gives way to challenging, steep slopes. Spectacular views greet you as you ascend, offering sights of Jack Mountain, Hozomeen, and the Southern Pickets. The summit of Ruby Mountain, reached after approximately five hours, offers an unmatched panorama of the North Cascades. Be prepared for a thrilling descent amidst steeps, bowls, half pipes, cornices, and cliffs. The best time for this tour is on a clear, bluebird day following fresh snowfall. However, skiers should be aware of potential hazards such as variable snow conditions and steep slopes, and the need for careful navigation during descent.

Black Peak, located at Rainy Pass in the North Cascades, offers an exhilarating ski adventure with stunning views. The recommended route is the Black Peak - Last Chance Pass Tour, which begins at Rainy Pass and follows a gentle ascent through larch glades to Wing Lake and then up to the col beneath Black Peak. The skinning is moderate, and the climb to the summit requires a short booting section. The views from the top are breathtaking, showcasing the North Cascadian peaks, with Mt. Goode's NE Buttress stealing the show. The descent offers 2700 ft of south-facing corn skiing, with alternative gullies providing a preferable route. The tour covers approximately 15 miles and involves 8000 ft of elevation gain, making it a long but rewarding journey. It is best to undertake this tour shortly after the opening of Highway 20 for optimal snow conditions. Additionally, there is an optional bonus run called "The Buttcrack," which adds a humorous touch to the adventure. Technical skills required are relatively low, and the tour offers an excellent combination of scenery, skiing, and memorable experiences in the North Cascades.