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Perfect Late Season Conditions on Mt Shuksan

A late season conditions report from Mt Shuksan's Fisher Chimneys as our team reached the summit of this classic climb of the North Cascades.

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    Mt Baker Backcountry Conditions Update | May 7, 2025

    2025-05-04 |  Mt. Baker and the North Cascades | Washington Powder snow on Mt Baker! - April 28, 2025    Photo: Blackbird Guide Nicholas Westfall Our guides have been out on Mt Baker a lot...

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      North Cascades Backcountry Skiing Conditions Update

      Camp on the Coleman Deming Route of Mount Baker.  Photo: Doug Bernard ~ North Cascades Backcountry Skiing Conditions Update 2024-06-11  |  Mt Shuksan & Mt Baker Lead Blackbird Mountain Guide and AMGA Ski Guide, Doug Bernard, just...

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        Mt Baker & North Cascades Access & Conditions

        Skiers skinning up Mt Baker in Coleman Glacier.  Photo: Brandon Seymore.   Mt Baker / North Cascades Access & Backcountry Skiing Conditions Update 2024-05-21  |  Mt Baker / Cascade River Road / HWY 20 The North Cascades and Mt...

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          Mt Baker Squak Glacier Single Push Ski Descent 2023-06-02

          We returned to Mt Baker just after the Easton Glacier to tackle the Squak Glacier.  Read our trip report for current ski conditions and photos on Mt Baker.
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            Summit of Mt Shuksan via Fisher Chimneys / SE Ridge, Current Climbing Conditions

            Blackbird teams reached the summit of Mt Shuksan after climbing the Fisher Chimneys and Southeast Ridge. Led by guides Zeb Blais and Brandon Seymore, the climb went smoothly with fit climbers, excellent weather and a perfect route. Read on for great pictures and a summary of current conditions!
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