Peak Northwest

Climbing to the summit of South Sister

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With snow melting and trails opening up, late summer is officially mountain climbing season in the Pacific Northwest.

On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest we’re taking advantage of the season to climb to the top of one of central Oregon’s most scenic peaks: South Sister.

The sweeping volcano west of Bend is known as one of Oregon’s more baggable peaks, and is beloved for its alpine lakes and stunning views. Vickie recently tackled the climb and came back with a wild story from the mountain.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

  • The gear and preparation you need to climb South Sister.
  • What’s the best way to approach the climb?
  • The struggle and the beauty of the experience.
  • A surprising summer storm made for an exciting summit.


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