85+ Liter Backpack
A technical climbing pack large enough to carry personal gear, layers, food, water, and a share of group equipment including tent portions. You will not need a separate summit pack.
5 Days
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Mountaineering
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$3,195
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$600
Deposit
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Intermediate
A remote, expedition-style ascent of Mount Rainier via the Emmons Glacier for climbers seeking a bigger objective and a quieter side of the mountain.
Day-by-day program overview.
Fitness, experience, and preparation.
Gear requirements for this program.
Meals and nutrition on the mountain.
Getting there and local logistics.
Booking, cancellations, and requirements.
Common questions, direct answers.
What climbers are saying.
A quieter, more remote ascent of Mount Rainier for climbers drawn to big glaciated terrain away from the crowds.
An expedition-style climb that rewards strong fitness and steady execution over instruction.
A direct, sustained route to the summit via the largest glacier in the contiguous United States.
I came specifically for remote glacier experience camping/climbing on the mountain and certainly got what I was looking for. Also I summited, which is also positive moment. Great guides + planning/preparations = 100% of positive result.
Dmitro M.
The Five Day Emmons Climb is an expedition-style ascent of Mount Rainier via the Emmons Glacier, designed for climbers who want a remote and committing experience away from the standard south-side routes. This climb emphasizes endurance, efficiency, and deliberate movement through glaciated terrain rather than speed or instruction.
After an initial orientation, the team begins a multi-day approach through the Inter Glacier, establishing successive tented camps as the route ascends the mountain’s broad northeastern flank. Progression is measured and intentional, allowing climbers to adapt to heavier loads, longer days, and the sustained demands of extended glacier travel.
Summit day follows a long, gradual climb through complex glaciated terrain that rewards patience and disciplined pacing. More than just a route choice, the Emmons Glacier demands steady execution over multiple days, making this climb well suited to experienced climbers seeking a true expedition rhythm on Mount Rainier.
The Five Day Emmons Climb is shaped by RMI’s long history on Mount Rainier’s most remote and complex terrain. The Emmons Glacier has been a proving ground for RMI guides for decades, demanding disciplined expedition logistics, efficient camp systems, and strong decision-making over multiple days. That experience matters here. This climb is not about instruction blocks or simulated expeditions. It is a focused, goal-oriented ascent that relies on proven systems refined through thousands of days guiding on Rainier’s largest glacier.
RMI guides bring deep familiarity with the Emmons route’s scale, hazards, and rhythms, from managing long glacier approaches and successive camps to timing summit bids on a route where efficiency and judgment are critical. That knowledge allows the team to move deliberately, conserve energy, and make sound decisions as conditions evolve over the course of the climb.
Risk management and client security are central to how this program operates. Guides apply thorough pre-trip planning, continuous assessment of weather and route conditions, and conservative margins to support a sustained expedition-style ascent. Every guide holds Wilderness First Responder and technical rescue certification; lead guides hold U.S. Level 2 avalanche certification. Our guides participate in ongoing professional development grounded in real-world guiding experience.
To learn more about RMI’s history on Mount Rainier and why our expedition programs are structured the way they are, visit our About page.
Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. is an authorized Concessioner of the National Park Service, Department of the Interior. Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. is authorized to provide guided mountaineering services, mountaineering day school, alpine training, and guided winter activities within Mount Rainier National Park.
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Superintendent | Mount Rainier National Park
55210 238th Avenue East
Ashford, WA 98304
All our climbs in Mt. Rainier & Denali National Parks are 100% carbon neutral. We have acquired offsets for greenhouse gas emissions through our partnership with Ostrom Climate, Canada's top carbon management solutions provider. Their carbon offset projects undergo rigorous verification by third parties to validate that emission reductions are genuine and permanent, ensuring that our contribution is making a tangible impact.
Climb Mount Rainier via the Emmons Glacier, the largest glacier in the lower 48, on the mountain’s quieter northeast side, using a true expedition-style progression. This itinerary highlights successive tented camps, extended glacier travel, and the full scale and commitment of Rainier’s northeast side.
Ashford, WA
5 Days
1
4
14,410' / 4,392 m
Tents
12+ Hours
1:00 - 6:00 p.m.: We will meet at 1:00 p.m. at Rainier BaseCamp in Ashford, WA. Please dress casually and bring your climbing equipment and clothing. *Note: Whittaker Mountaineering Rental Equipment is available for pickup after 12 p.m.
We begin our Pre-Trip Orientation with a welcome and introduction of team members and guides. The afternoon is spent providing a focused introduction to a variety of topics and preparing climbers for the ascent. This includes a detailed personal equipment discussion and gear check; an introduction to safety practices including use of helmets, harnesses, and avalanche transceivers; and instruction regarding Leave No Trace practices and environmental considerations.
Please make your own arrangements to stay in the Ashford area this evening.
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Meet at 6:00 a.m. at Rainier BaseCamp. After an early team meeting a shuttle takes our group to the trailhead at the White River Campground (4,400').
We make the 5 mile hike, passing through beautiful mature forests of Glacier Basin, and ascend to the base of Mt. Rainier's Inter Glacier, to establish camp. As we move towards camp, we work on the foundational skills that make us more efficient and capable climbers, including pressure breathing and using the rest step, dressing appropriately for the weather and workload, kicking steps and climbing in balance on snow, and efficient pacing that allows us to climb comfortably.
We ascend the Inter Glacier and climb over the flanks of Steamboat Prow onto the heavily crevassed Emmons Glacier as we move our high camp, Camp Schurman, 9,440'. We make time during our ascent to continue with skills training as necessary and as opportunities present themselves. At Camp Schurman, we establish camp and prepare for the summit bid.
Today we put it all together and make our attempt on the summit. The Emmons-Winthrop Glacier route climbs the northern edge of the largest glacier in the lower 48 states, the Emmons Glacier. The spectacular 35-degree central ramp of the glacier offers a route by which we access the crevassed slopes of the upper mountain. We thread our way through these immense crevasses toward the summit of Mt. Rainier!
At 14,410', Mt. Rainier is the highest point in Washington. The summit is spectacular with panoramic views from the Pacific to the eastern side of the Cascades when the weather is clear. A large crater dominates the summit, with steam rising out of the cavernous summit vents and the bare ground near the summit is often warm to the touch.
After reaching the summit, we descend back to Camp Schurman. The descent typically requires half the amount of time of the ascent but requires significant effort as we retrace our route down the mountain. The duration of the climb depends on many variables including snow conditions, the time of the year, the route conditions, the weather, and temperature among others. It is a long and challenging, but rewarding day!
The final day of the program is spent descending from camp to the trailhead. Our shuttle takes the team back to Rainier BaseCamp. In Ashford, we gather as a team to celebrate our adventure.
The duration of the climb depends on many variables including snow conditions, the time of year, the route conditions, the weather during our climb, the temperature, etc. Those variables often affect our arrival time to Ashford, which might vary dramatically from climb to climb. For this reason we do not recommend scheduling an airline flight before midnight on the last day of your program.
You should arrive prepared for sustained, multi-day movement while carrying heavier loads in a remote alpine environment.
This climb is intended for climbers with prior experience on glaciated terrain who are comfortable applying existing skills over consecutive days.
The route climbs to the 14,410' summit, with three nights camped between 7,800' and Camp Schurman at 9,440'. Sustained movement above 10,000 feet occurs on summit day.
The Five Day Emmons Climb is an expedition-style ascent of Mount Rainier that rewards preparation, efficiency, and consistency. This is not an instructional program. Climbers are expected to arrive with foundational mountaineering skills already in place and the fitness to apply those skills over multiple days while carrying substantial loads.
Success on this climb depends on your ability to move deliberately and manage energy over long days in a remote setting. The length of the approach, the cumulative fatigue of establishing camps, and the sustained nature of summit day all place a premium on endurance and personal accountability.
Recommended climbing experiences include:
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Skills Covered:
Foundational mountaineering techniques including efficient movement, crampon use, ice axe arrest, and basic rope travel.
Skills Covered:
A solid foundation in snow and glacier travel, plus a first real summit experience at altitude.
Skills Covered:
Foundational glacier travel and mountaineering skills applied on a classic Northwest route.
Skills Covered:
Glacier travel, rope teams, and a true high-altitude summit attempt.
Your climbing resumé should include:
Prior glacier travel experience
Comfort traveling roped on snow and ice
Experience carrying heavier loads over multiple days
Familiarity with crampon and ice axe use
Items marked with an Asterix (*) are considered mandatory prerequisites for this program.
Mountaineering places sustained demands on your body and your ability to stay composed under effort. Even very fit people find that moving uphill with weight, for long hours, in variable weather is a different kind of challenge than most everyday training.
Preparation matters. Fitness directly affects how well you move, how much you learn, how the team functions, and how enjoyable the experience is overall.
Start early. Begin training well in advance of your program with the goal of arriving rested, resilient, and confident in your capacity for sustained effort.
Train intentionally. Emphasize aerobic endurance, uphill movement, and strength that supports long days on your feet. Core stability, balance, and mobility all play an important role in efficiency and injury prevention.
Train specifically. The closer you get to your program date, the more your training should resemble the demands of mountaineering: hiking uphill with weight, moving steadily for hours, and recovering well enough to do it again the next day.
Across RMI programs, strong preparation typically means being comfortable with long days of continuous movement, carrying a pack appropriate to the objective, and maintaining focus and decision-making when tired. Technical skills are taught or reviewed as appropriate to each program, but fitness is something you bring with you.
Nothing contributes more to a successful and rewarding experience than arriving well prepared. Plan to be in excellent physical condition and ready for a demanding day in the mountains.
Total Hiking Time
Elevation Gain / Loss
Total Distance
Pack Weight
DAY 1
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
DAY 2
4 - 5 Hours
Gain = 3,400'
5 Miles
50 - 60 lb
DAY 3
3 Hours
Gain = 1,640'
2 Miles
50 - 60 lb
DAY 4
12 + Hours Round Trip
Gain = 5,000' | Loss = 5,000'
8 Miles Round Trip
20 - 25 lb
DAY 5
3 Hours
Loss = 5,000'
7 Miles
50 - 60 lbs
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Acclimatization is the process by which your body adjusts to lower oxygen levels at altitude. How well this happens has a direct impact on how you feel, how you perform, and how much margin you have as the climb progresses.
Program length and structure matter. Longer expeditions are designed with ascent profiles that allow your body more time to adapt. Shorter programs often move through altitude faster than the body can fully adjust. In these cases, climbers typically experience mild but normal symptoms associated with early acclimatization rather than full adaptation. This is expected and accounted for in program design.
Physical conditioning plays a major role. Well-conditioned climbers generally have more energy available to support the acclimatization process over consecutive days. Fitness does not prevent altitude exposure, but it improves resilience, recovery, and the ability to function well while your body is adapting.
How you take care of yourself matters just as much as the itinerary. Arriving healthy and rested, staying well hydrated, eating consistently, and managing heat loss all support acclimatization and performance. These factors become increasingly important as altitude, duration, and cumulative fatigue increase.
RMI programs are structured to balance objective goals with appropriate acclimatization strategies for the terrain and timeframe involved. Individual responses to altitude vary, but strong preparation and good self-care remain the most reliable ways to support a positive experience at elevation.
Mountaineering is both an individual challenge and a team endeavor. Before any program begins, RMI works directly with prospective climbers to confirm that everyone joining a team is genuinely prepared for the demands ahead. Depending on the program, this may involve conversations with our office staff, a review of your climbing history, or feedback from guides and other climbers who know your abilities. The goal is straightforward: to ensure that every person on the rope belongs there. We ask that each climber hold themselves to the same standard:
The standards we set exist to protect everyone on the team. RMI holds all climbers accountable to them, and we take seriously our responsibility to build teams of people who are ready to be in the mountains together. RMI reserves the right to remove a participant from a program or send them to a lower altitude if our guide staff determines, in their sole discretion, that the participant is not physically, technically, or psychologically prepared or capable of participating, or for any other reason that may compromise the safety, health, or well-being of the participant or the group. In such cases, no refunds or credits will be issued, and the participant will be financially responsible for any additional costs associated with an early departure, including evacuation, transportation, lodging, and meals.
The Five Day Emmons Climb takes place on Mount Rainier’s largest and most remote glacier and requires a full expedition-ready equipment kit. This gear list is built around the realities of extended glacier travel, successive tented camps, heavy load carries, and long summit days deep in the alpine environment.
Every experienced mountaineer will refine their personal system over time, but this list reflects what RMI expects climbers to bring to the mountain based on decades of guiding on the Emmons Glacier. Not every item may be used on every climb, but all required equipment must be carried and available. Conditions, objectives, and risk management needs can change quickly on a route of this scale, and proper preparation is essential for both individual performance and team efficiency.
Each RMI program includes a required personal equipment list built around the specific terrain, conditions, and objectives of the climb. Every item serves a purpose and supports safety, efficiency, and comfort in the mountains.
Guide Picks™ are examples that meet our performance standards and illustrate the type of gear we recommend. Each year, our partners at Whittaker Mountaineering survey our staff of 70+ guides to get a consensus on the best gear for the job. You do not need to purchase the exact item shown, but any alternative must offer comparable function and durability.
All listed items are required for the gear check. Final adjustments may be recommended by your guide based on conditions and team needs once the expedition begins.
Most of the required equipment is available for rent or purchase from our affiliate Whittaker Mountaineering. RMI climbers receive a 10% discount on new clothing and equipment items ordered from Whittaker Mountaineering.
We recommend a bag rated between 20° and 0° F. Allow ample room for movement. We recommend down over synthetic for its light weight, warmth, and packability. If you know you sleep cold, consider a 0° F bag.
10- or 12-point adjustable steel crampons with anti-balling plates for general mountaineering and glacier travel. Automatic, semi-automatic, or strap-on attachment depending on boot compatibility. Ensure crampons are compatible with your specific boots before your program.
Glacier glasses are protective sunglasses that provide close to 100% frame coverage (wrap-around frames and side shields ensure no light can enter from the top, bottom, and sides of the glasses) and transmit less than 10% of visual light.
We recommend a minimum of five upper body layers, all of which can be used in conjunction with each other. Two of these should be insulating layers, one light, and one medium, that fit well together. Today there are many different layering systems to choose from, including fleece, softshell, down, and synthetic options.
A lightweight, breathable long-sleeve shirt in synthetic or merino wool for sun protection and moisture management during active climbing.
One step up in warmth and bulk from a baselayer. A technical fleece makes an ideal light weight insulating layer.
An insulated jacket or softshell for warmth during low-output activity and extended rest breaks. Should fit over baselayers and midlayers, and under a shell.
An expedition-style down parka that extends below the waist with an insulated hood, designed to fit over all other layers. Worn primarily in camp, during rest breaks, and on summit day. Down fill recommended over synthetic.
We recommend a system of four layers, all of which can be used in conjunction with each other. Products which combine several layers into one garment, such as traditional ski pants, don’t work well as they don’t offer the versatility of a layering system.
Lightweight synthetic or merino wool baselayer bottoms for moisture management and temperature regulation during active climbing.
Softshell climbing pants can be worn in combination with a base layer on colder days, or alone on warmer days.
Non-insulated, waterproof shell pants must be able to fit comfortable over your baselayer bottoms and softshell climbing pants. Full side zippers or 7/8 side zippers are required so that shell pants can be put on while wearing boots and crampons.
Boots are one of the most important pieces of mountaineering gear, and bringing the right pair is critical to your safety and success on Mt. Rainier. You will need one pair of boots for this climb, and the type of boot you wear will be dictated by freezing level. If the freezing level is below 10,000 feet, your guide will require the use of double boots. If the freezing level is above 10,000 feet, you may use either single or double boots. We consistently see freezing levels below 10,000 feet in April, May, June, and September, though periods of cold weather are not uncommon in July and August.
A knee-length pair of gaiters, large enough to fit over your mountaineering boots. This will protect you from catching your crampon spikes on loose clothing. Not needed if using a boot with an integrated gaiter.
Lightweight approach shoes or trail runners for hiking on rugged terrain and use as camp shoes. Particularly useful after snowmelt on lower-elevation approaches.
Either wool or synthetic. Whatever sock combination you are accustomed to wearing during your training or previous adventures (whether single medium weight socks, a medium weight with a liner sock, two medium weight socks together, etc.), should work just fine for this climb.
Our guides carry comprehensive medical kits, so keep yours small and light. We recommend a selection of adhesive bandages, antibiotic ointment, Moleskin and blister care, medical tape and/or duct tape, basic pain reliever, and personal medications.
You are responsible for providing your own meals and snack food in town and while on your program. See the Food tab for suggestions and quantities.
This will be your personal trash bag.
Heavy-duty trash compacter bags for use as waterproof pack/stuff sack liners. You can also use a waterproof pack liner.
Disposable or reusable ear plugs for sleeping in shared tent or hut accommodations.
Spare prescription glasses if you wear contact lenses/eyeglasses.
Many smartphones have excellent cameras. Action cameras, small point-and-shoots, and compact dSLRs are lightweight and work well at altitude.
A small power bank, enough to charge a phone or e-reader several times.
We recommend bringing a selection of clothing to wear while traveling, sightseeing and dining.
Purchase travel insurance.
Arrange transportation and lodging - see more on the Travel tab.
Reserve rental equipment.
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RMI provides the following equipment for your program: tents, group cooking gear, shovels, climbing ropes, and blue bags (for solid waste disposal).
Every guide on your climb will carry rescue equipment and a first aid kit. Each climb has two-way radios and a cell phone for emergency contact.
On the Five Day Emmons Climb you will need four days of climbing food, including four mountain lunches, three dinners, and three breakfasts while on the mountain.
Don't want to plan out your food for your RMI climb? Whittaker Mountaineering has optimized Meal Packages that include everything you need for your Rainier summit attempt.
Nutrition while training and nutrition while climbing are two very different things. You may follow a pretty specific nutrition regimen while you are training to aid your desired outcomes, but once it comes to the climb, calories are what count the most. While climbing, you are trying to maximize energy and performance over a short period of time.
Our food priorities when climbing are:
Caloric requirements will vary widely from climber to climber based on physical size and metabolism. It is important for you to know what your body requires. One of the normal, albeit disconcerting, adjustments to altitude is a slight loss of appetite. Bring food you enjoy. If you don't love a food at home, you certainly won't like it on the mountain!
At camp, hot and cold water will be provided for your meals, drinks, and refilling water bottles. When planning your menu, don't bring any items that require extensive preparation, cooking, or simmering. We are able to provide you with boiling water but do not have the ability to actually cook food items.
Things to keep in mind as you plan your meals:
Consider repacking items into smaller Ziploc bags to minimize the space in your pack. Your food will get crammed into your backpack, jostled around, exposed to extreme temperatures, and even sat on (by you, of course!). What holds up better in these conditions, two slices of bread or a bagel? When packing, it is essential to consider the waste you will produce on the climb; after all, you have to carry it off the mountain. We've already mentioned repacking items to minimize space. Repacking items can also eliminate waste!
Mountain lunches, aka snacks, are eaten during short breaks throughout the day. We continually snack to keep our energy levels up while we climb. We typically take rest breaks every hour or so to adjust our clothing layers, eat, and hydrate. Avoid packing any items that require preparation or hot water at each break. In terms of quantity, aim to bring 1 lb. of climbing food per day. We suggest using snack or sandwich size Ziploc bags to portion out snack food.
The importance of having foods that you genuinely enjoy cannot be overstated. Eating properly is the key to maintaining strength while in the mountains. To combat the loss of appetite at altitude, we aim to have a variety of foods that stimulate the whole palate, from sweet to sour to salty. Here are some ideas but be sure to see the sample menu and packing list below for more ideas!
PRO TIP: Feel fancy! Charcuterie (cured meat, cheese, and crackers) makes a great mountain lunch!
Single-serving instant oatmeal, Cream-of-Wheat, or granola make a good main course fare. A variety of granola bars, pastries, fruit, and a hot drink mix of coffee, tea, cocoa, or cider are suggested. Plan on eating a breakfast that tastes good, and you find filling. Here are some ideas but be sure to see the sample menu and packing list below for more ideas!
PRO TIP: Think outside the box. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches (on bagels) or ramen make great breakfast options!
This meal will give your body the initial fuel it needs during your summit attempt. Spend time considering your options so that you go to bed nourished and ready for the climb ahead of you. Freeze-dried entrees are very convenient mountain dinners. Pay attention to the caloric quantity – it varies from meal to meal. Here are some ideas but be sure to see the sample menu and packing list below for more ideas!
PRO TIP: Have a tasting party of freeze-dried entrees to test them out before your climb.
Staying hydrated on the climb is crucial. You will have access to ample cold water while at camp for drinking and replenishing water bottles. When you are climbing, you will want to ration how much water you drink at each rest break to ensure you have water throughout the entirety of your climb. You can expect breaks to occur approximately every hour or so of climbing.
Just as with food, it is important to have a variety of things to drink that excite your taste buds. You may love water, but it may not sound good at 10,000'! Drink mixes such as Gatorade, Kool-Aid, Liquid IV, Nuun, etc., are great for flavor. Hot beverage options are also an important component to consider while at camp. Instant coffee, tea, cocoa, and cider are great ways to warm up in the evening before bed, when you wake up for your alpine start on summit day, and to recharge once back at camp.
PRO TIP: Skip the water bladder and practice rationing your water while training.
This is an example of what someone may eat for each meal on the Five Day Emmons Climb. Use this to guide and inspire your own meal planning.
Altitude often changes appetite. Bring food you know you can eat when tired, cold, or not very hungry. Variety helps, but simplicity wins. If you are unsure about food choices or quantities, this is an excellent topic to review during your gear check.
This page covers the practical details you’ll want to review before your trip, including travel logistics, entry requirements, local considerations, and required policies. Taking time to understand these details ahead of departure helps ensure a smoother experience once you’re on the ground and focused on the climb.
RMI has partnered with Erin Rountree to provide comprehensive travel support. We have been working with Erin for many years. As an independent agent of the Travel Society, she has booked countless miles for adventure travelers across the globe and is extremely knowledgeable about the travel needs of our programs. Please call (208) 788-2870 or send email to [email protected].
Rainier BaseCamp is located in Ashford, WA, and is the home of RMI Expeditions, Whittaker Mountaineering, Whittaker's Bunkhouse, and BaseCamp Bar and Grill. Ashford is located 75 miles from the Sea-Tac Airport.
Note: Every air traveler 18 years of age and older needs a REAL ID compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States.
Most climbers traveling to Ashford will want to rent a car from the airport. This is the most convenient and reliable way to get here.
Ride Share: If you are interested in sharing a ride, please go to your RMI Account, then to "Discussion Board" and "Ride Share" to post your information.
All our Mt. Rainier programs begin at Rainier BaseCamp in Ashford. All Mt. Rainier climbs, seminars, and schools include transportation and park entry for our climbers from Rainier BaseCamp to Paradise or to the White River Entrance.
You may also go to VisitRainier.com to search for accommodations in the Ashford Area.
Your travel insurance policy should include trip cancellation, trip interruption, travel delay, baggage loss or delay, medical expenses, and evacuation.
Navigating through the different options for travel insurance can be challenging. When purchasing Travel Insurance, here are a few items to consider:
In today’s changing travel environment, it’s important to protect your travel investment. Unforeseen events such as flight delays, baggage loss or even a sudden sickness or injury could impact your travel plans. For your convenience, we offer Travelex Insurance protection plans to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected.
For more information on the available plans visit Travelex Insurance Services or contact Travelex Insurance (800) 228-9792 and reference location number 47-0370.
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RMI has partnered with Erin Rountree to provide travel planning support. Erin is an independent agent with extensive experience booking travel for adventure programs worldwide and understands the specific needs of RMI expeditions.
Phone: (208) 788-2870
Email: [email protected]
It is your responsibility to ensure that your travel insurance policy provides appropriate coverage for your specific program and activities. Review policy details carefully before purchasing, and confirm coverage well in advance of your departure.
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Our guides put considerable effort into ensuring your safety and success on the mountain. If you had a positive experience, leaving a gratuity is a wonderful gesture to show your appreciation. The amount is up to you and should reflect how much you enjoyed the service. Typically, tips for excellent service range from 10% to 15% of the program cost. Guides can accept gratuities in cash, Venmo, or by check. If you prefer, you can also pay tips using a credit card through the RMI Office.
Mt Rainier became the nation's fifth National Park in 1899, some twenty-nine years after it was first climbed. Mt. Rainier National Park encompasses 235,625 acres and is 97% wilderness and 3% National Historic Landmark District. At 14,410', Mt. Rainier is the most prominent peak in the Cascade Range. It is an active volcano; its most recent confirmed eruptive activity was in the 1890s.
Guided mountaineering activity has taken place since the late 1800s, and The Mountain is still considered a prime training ground for climbing in Alaska, South America, and the Himalayas. With more than 20 active glaciers encompassing some 36 square miles of ice, Rainier boasts the largest ice cover of any peak in the lower 48 United States. Its weather can be deceptively gentle or as fierce as encountered on any high mountain anywhere in the world. There is a wealth of information on the Mt. Rainier National Park website. We encourage you to enhance your enjoyment of the climb with some fun facts about the Park and the history of climbing there.
The following policies are applicable for this expedition.
Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. reserves the right to modify the land cost of a trip at any time before departure.
Deposit Payments: A non-refundable deposit of $600 per person is required to secure your reservation.
Balance Payments: The remaining balance is due 120 days before your program's start date.
*Note: A 3% surcharge applies to all credit/debit card transactions.
**Wire transfers must include all fees charged by your bank. The amount received by our bank must match the deposit amount.
The $600 deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable.
We do not offer refunds. Please remember this before registering for this program. Due to the time-sensitive nature of this program, no exceptions will be made to the cancellation policy.
We highly recommend travel insurance for this trip. Please see our Travel Tab for details.
Date changes are subject to availability and can only be applied to the current climbing season. Changes must be requested at least 90 days before the departure date and will incur a $200 fee per person. No date changes are allowed within 90 days of departure.
Please clearly understand that mountaineering is inherently hazardous. Managing risk is RMI’s number one priority. Our guides manage significant hazards inherent in mountaineering, but they cannot eliminate them. Objective hazards include rockfall, icefall, avalanches, slides or falls by individuals and rope teams on steeper slopes, weather-related problems including cold, heat, high winds, and other unnamed dangers that can occur while climbing.
You are choosing to engage in an activity in which guided and non-guided climbers have been injured or killed. While those accidents are indeed infrequent, they may occur at any time and be out of our control. We ask that participants acknowledge the risks and hazards of mountaineering and make their own choices about whether or not to engage in this activity.
Mountaineering is both an individual challenge and a team endeavor. Each Participant is required to share in the responsibility of the safety and success of the team. For this reason, we ask that each Participant:
RMI reserves the right to dismiss the Participant from a program or to send the Participant to a lower altitude at any time if the RMI Guide Staff determines, in its sole discretion, that the Participant is not physically, technically, or psychologically prepared for, or capable of participating in the program, or for any other reason that may compromise the safety, health, or well-being of the Participant or the entire group. If this decision is made, the Participant will not receive any refunds or credits and will be financially responsible for all additional costs associated with an early departure, including but not limited to, evacuation, transportation, hotel reservations, meals, etc.
RMI cannot guarantee that you will reach the summit. Weather, route conditions, your own abilities, or the abilities of other climbers may create circumstances that make an ascent unsafe, and you or your entire group may have to turnaround without reaching the summit.
Failure to reach the summit due to a person’s own lack of fitness or to any of the events associated with mountaineering (such as weather, route conditions, avalanche hazard, team dynamics, etc.), are not Rainier Mountaineering, Inc.’s responsibility and will not result in a refund, credit, or reschedule.
Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. (RMI) does not tolerate harassment or mistreatment of our participants or employees. Inappropriate conduct under this policy may include conduct that creates a disrespectful, intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating, or offensive environment for a participant or employee. Engaging in such conduct is a violation of this policy.
RMI may consider conduct to violate the policy even if it falls short of unlawful harassment under applicable law. When determining whether conduct violates this policy, we will consider whether a reasonable person could conclude that the conduct created an intimidating, hostile, degrading, or demeaning environment.
Violation of this policy may result in removal from a program, as well as refusal to provide services indefinitely. We place the utmost value on the safety of our participants and employees. Please report any incidents to RMI management.
All participants must be 18 years old at the time of registration.
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RMI’s program schedule and itineraries are subject to change or adjustment based on a number of factors. These include, but are not limited to, route conditions, weather, group strength, terrain, or other environmental factors, and many other factors. RMI has complete discretion to change plans to accommodate any of these or other factors, including but not limited to, increases in program fees, changes to program schedule or itinerary, and changes to guides or staff, as necessary for the proper and safe conduct of the program. Once the program has started, the Lead Guide will decide on any changes to the itinerary, including ending the program early if the continuation of the program may compromise the safety, health, or well-being of the group.
We reserve the right to cancel any program due to inadequate signups, weather, route conditions, or for any other reason. In such a case, we will make every effort to reschedule the Participant on a different program date. If rescheduling is not possible, we will issue the Participant a refund for all program fees paid to RMI, less any non-refundable payments made on behalf of the Participant to secure any of the included land costs provided for this program, including but not limited to, hotel accommodations, transportation, transfers, tours, group equipment and food, permits, and local outfitter services, prior to the cancellation of the program. Additionally, RMI cannot be responsible for any non-refundable expenses the Participant incurred in preparation for the program (i.e., airline tickets, hotel reservations, rental cars, equipment purchases or rentals, etc.).
Once a program begins, there are no refunds or credits for weather-related cancellations or for a program that may end early due to weather, route conditions, or any other circumstances that may compromise the health, safety, or well-being of the group. Furthermore, if the Participant decides for any reason not to begin a program or discontinue a program at any time, no refunds or credits will be issued. The Participant will be responsible for all additional costs associated with an early departure, including but not limited to evacuation, transportation, hotel reservations, meals, etc.
Land Costs are provided as a package, and refunds or credits will not be issued for any unused meals, accommodations, group transportation, or other unused costs. Accommodations are based on double occupancy. A Single Supplement Fee will be charged to those Participants occupying single accommodations either by choice or circumstance. If you are willing to share a room, we will make every effort to pair you with another same-gender team member. We will match willing same-gender team members based on the order of registration date. If we are unable to match you with another same- gender team member, a single supplement fee will be charged. The availability of single accommodations is limited in most of the hotels where we stay, and single accommodations are not available while in the mountains.
The Participant understands and agrees that RMI assumes no responsibility or liability in connection with any travel and hospitality services provided to the Participant by other companies in connection with the program, including but not limited to, the services provided by airlines, hotels, rental cars, and transportation companies. In addition, RMI is not responsible for any act, error, omission, or any injury, loss, accident, delay, irregularity, or danger by a supplier of travel or hospitality services to the Participant in connection with the RMI program. The Participant will be responsible for all costs associated with any travel delays, missed connections, or missing baggage that requires additional arrangements (separate transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, etc.) to be made on your behalf for you or your baggage to rejoin the program.
The Five Day Emmons Climb raises different questions than a standard Rainier climb. The route is longer, more remote, and expedition-style, and success depends on preparation, experience, and sound decision-making over multiple days. The answers below address how this climb operates, how to prepare, and what to expect while ascending Mount Rainier’s largest glacier.
The climber-to-guide ratio on the Emmons Glacier route is 2:1. This ratio supports efficient rope team travel, expedition-style camp management, and consistent decision-making over multiple days on the glacier.
All Five Day Emmons Climb programs begin at Rainier BaseCamp in Ashford. Transportation from Rainier BaseCamp to the Glacier Basin trailhead is included. Climbers entering the park in a personal vehicle should consult the National Park Service for current entrance fees and reservation requirements.
You should arrive in excellent physical condition and prepared for sustained effort over multiple days. This climb involves heavy load carries, extended glacier travel, and a long summit day. Fitness has a direct impact on performance, team efficiency, and overall experience.
Climbers should expect to carry heavier loads than on Camp Muir–based climbs. Pack weights typically range from 50 to 60 lb during approach and carry days, with lighter packs used on summit day. Comfort carrying heavy loads uphill for extended periods is essential.
Guides closely monitor climbers throughout the program. If someone is struggling, guides may adjust pacing, provide coaching, or modify objectives to maintain appropriate risk management for the team. Because this is a goal-oriented climb, climbers must be capable of meeting the baseline physical demands of the route.
Summit day is a long and demanding effort that begins from high camp at Camp Schurman. Climbers travel roped on the glacier and move steadily for many hours over complex terrain. Conditions and timing vary based on weather and route conditions.
Summit day typically begins very early in the morning to take advantage of firmer snow conditions and more stable weather.
Mount Rainier creates its own weather. Climbers should be prepared for wind, cold temperatures, precipitation, and rapid changes in visibility, even during mid-summer.
Three main factors generally prevent climbers from reaching the summit: weather, route conditions, and individual fitness.
Weather
Avalanche hazard, wind, precipitation, and visibility can impact the ability to climb while maintaining an appropriate margin of security. If conditions deteriorate, guides may delay, turn around, or adjust objectives.
The Route
Guides continually assess crevasse patterns, snow stability, and overhead hazards. While there is often a way to the top, conditions may not always support a guided ascent with an acceptable margin of risk.
Fitness
Fitness is the factor climbers have the most control over. Rope teams move at a steady pace based on route length and complexity. Improving fitness is the most effective way to increase your chances of a successful summit attempt.
Guides continuously assess weather, route conditions, and team performance. Decisions are based on disciplined risk management and maintaining appropriate margins for the entire group.
The guide team makes all final decisions on the mountain, with client security and long-term success as the priority.
Guides are trained in remote medicine and rescue techniques and carry medical and communication equipment. Responses vary based on severity and conditions and may include descent or evacuation if necessary.
Yes. The Five Day Emmons Climb provides experience with expedition-style pacing, heavy load carries, and extended glacier travel that translates well to larger glaciated peaks.
The Five Day Emmons Climb is goal-oriented rather than instructional. While basic techniques may be reviewed as needed, the focus is on efficient movement, camp progression, and making a summit attempt. The Expedition Skills Seminar emphasizes structured instruction, repeated skill practice, and learning systems in depth.
Both climbs reach the summit of Mount Rainier, but the Emmons route emphasizes remoteness, endurance, and expedition logistics, while the Disappointment Cleaver offers a more direct and camp-based experience. Climbers choosing the Emmons route are typically seeking a quieter, more committing ascent.
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Climbers rated RMI with an average of 5 stars across 0 ratings
Climber reviews of the Five Day Emmons Climb consistently highlight the sense of remoteness, scale, and commitment that define this route. Participants often point to the extended approach, successive camps, and long summit day as what makes the Emmons Glacier such a distinct and rewarding way to experience Mount Rainier. For climbers seeking a quieter, expedition-style ascent with a strong summit objective, this program stands out as a memorable and deeply satisfying Rainier climb.
July 2, 2026
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
I have been on many RMI trips and this was the nicest group so far! Lovely guides, very nice clients.
Maria M
July 2, 2026
I have been on many RMI trips and this was the nicest group so far! Lovely guides, very nice clients.
What needs improvement?
Start an group email months before the program. It helps people share equipment/ideas. I don't think the posts for the team page were working for this trip.
June 28, 2026
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
Even though it was a "guided" trip, it felt more like a :team" experience, maybe partly because all of the client climbers seemed competent and prepared. Great group, and fun week!
John R
June 28, 2026
Even though it was a "guided" trip, it felt more like a :team" experience, maybe partly because all of the client climbers seemed competent and prepared. Great group, and fun week!
Additional Comments
Dustin was the best person to lead our group! I have done/been on multiple climbing trips in the past 50 years, this was only my 3rd guided trip in all these years.....i could tell he was very attentive to our needs and the overall situation, and seemed ready to respond to anything that might come our way. He was very good at letting us behave independently, but was paying close attention to stuff as needed......(in all my years of climbing little and big stuff, I felt I had a feel for what was going on, and could tell Dustin had a great read on our activities and safety)......he was a great team leader in my opinion! ( even when i farted near his face one time....you have to ask him about that!)
Additional Comments
all in all, a very well thought out, comprehensive program and itinerary. well done!
Additional Comments
Again, a great program, I would climb with you all again any time!
What did you enjoy most?
Even though it was a "guided" trip, it felt more like a :team" experience, maybe partly because all of the client climbers seemed competent and prepared. Great group, and fun week!
What needs improvement?
Not much to improve. I enjoyed the whole experience!
June 28, 2026
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
Feeling that we are team trying to get up and down safely. Feedback given by guides to help us learn and be better. I was very impressed with the integrity of the guides, they are really super knowledgeable people with extraordinary skills. What they do, they make it look so easy. Great listeners and communicators. Great people.
Eric M
June 28, 2026
Feeling that we are team trying to get up and down safely. Feedback given by guides to help us learn and be better. I was very impressed with the integrity of the guides, they are really super knowledgeable people with extraordinary skills. What they do, they make it look so easy. Great listeners and communicators. Great people.
Additional Comments
Website is difficult to sign into and cumbersome. Felt like I purchased a lot of equipment that I really did not need to have. Really need to have input from the guides on what actually is needed on the trip to avoid purchasing or renting items that will not be needed.
What did you enjoy most?
Feeling that we are team trying to get up and down safely. Feedback given by guides to help us learn and be better. I was very impressed with the integrity of the guides, they are really super knowledgeable people with extraordinary skills. What they do, they make it look so easy. Great listeners and communicators. Great people.
What needs improvement?
Don't assume we ever know. Teach at all times for all aspects of the mountaineering experience.
June 27, 2026
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
I really enjoyed learning about everything that goes into a successful summit - the gear, skills, movement, weather, navigation, etc. I loved picking the brains of the guides and guests. The camaraderie was amazing!
Jennifer S
June 27, 2026
I really enjoyed learning about everything that goes into a successful summit - the gear, skills, movement, weather, navigation, etc. I loved picking the brains of the guides and guests. The camaraderie was amazing!
Additional Comments
Dustin is a top-notch guide. Excellent communication, navigation, pacing, and pro-tips. He also made a point to connect with everyone and keep us all working together as a team.
What did you enjoy most?
I really enjoyed learning about everything that goes into a successful summit - the gear, skills, movement, weather, navigation, etc. I loved picking the brains of the guides and guests. The camaraderie was amazing!
What needs improvement?
Can’t think of anything to improve. :-)
June 17, 2026
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
I enjoyed learning from the guides while traveling on the mountain. Even though we did not summit, I came away with a much better understanding of mountain decision making, avalanche considerations, camp construction, efficient snow travel, and pacing. I also appreciated that the guides treated us as part of the decision-making process rather than simply telling us what was going to happen. It felt like a true mountaineering experience, not just a guided climb.
Collin R
June 17, 2026
I enjoyed learning from the guides while traveling on the mountain. Even though we did not summit, I came away with a much better understanding of mountain decision making, avalanche considerations, camp construction, efficient snow travel, and pacing. I also appreciated that the guides treated us as part of the decision-making process rather than simply telling us what was going to happen. It felt like a true mountaineering experience, not just a guided climb.
Additional Comments
Tom was an outstanding lead guide throughout the trip. From the initial briefing at RMI headquarters, he was honest and transparent about the weather forecast and the low probability of reaching the summit. I appreciated that he educated us on the risks rather than simply telling us what to do, allowing us to make informed decisions as conditions evolved. Throughout the climb he provided excellent instruction, from efficient movement techniques like rest stepping and kicking secure steps to setting up camp and traveling safely on snow. He remained calm, professional, and adaptable as the weather deteriorated, and his focus was always on making sound decisions rather than forcing an objective. While we did not summit, I left feeling that every decision was made with our safety and long-term success as climbers in mind.
Additional Comments
Preparation for the trip was excellent. The equipment list was thorough, the pre-trip emails answered the questions I had before arriving, and the office staff made the gear rental process very straightforward. I especially appreciated being able to rent double boots on short notice, even in my size 50 boots, after the forecast changed. Everything leading up to the trip was organized and helped us arrive well prepared.
Additional Comments
Although the weather prevented a summit attempt, I still had an excellent experience. The itinerary was well organized, the guides continuously adapted to changing conditions, and I appreciated the emphasis on education throughout the trip. Rather than simply turning us around, the guides walked us through the evolving forecast, avalanche considerations, and the reasoning behind every major decision. That level of transparency made it easy to trust their judgment and left me feeling that we made the correct decision as a team.
What did you enjoy most?
I enjoyed learning from the guides while traveling on the mountain. Even though we did not summit, I came away with a much better understanding of mountain decision making, avalanche considerations, camp construction, efficient snow travel, and pacing. I also appreciated that the guides treated us as part of the decision-making process rather than simply telling us what was going to happen. It felt like a true mountaineering experience, not just a guided climb.
What needs improvement?
Honestly, I don't have any significant suggestions for improvement. The weather was simply outside anyone's control, and I felt the guides and office staff handled the situation professionally from start to finish. If anything, I appreciated that RMI prioritized sound decision making over trying to force a summit.
July 4, 2016
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
All four guides were great and I really felt that they had everything under control. It was nice to be able to climb and know they were running a tight ship. They watched out for everybody and showed interest in everybody, which I think is really important. I liked the connection of the whole team.
Linnea O
July 4, 2016
All four guides were great and I really felt that they had everything under control. It was nice to be able to climb and know they were running a tight ship. They watched out for everybody and showed interest in everybody, which I think is really important. I liked the connection of the whole team.
Additional Comments
Mike was great. He was tough when he needed to be, but only because it was necessary in certain situation and he was in charge of everybody.
What did you enjoy most?
All four guides were great and I really felt that they had everything under control. It was nice to be able to climb and know they were running a tight ship. They watched out for everybody and showed interest in everybody, which I think is really important. I liked the connection of the whole team.
July 8, 2015
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
The RMI guides really made this trip a memorable experience. All four individuals are first class mountain guides! The itinerary and the route that we followed on the Emmons Glacier was also excellent.
Dave S
July 8, 2015
The RMI guides really made this trip a memorable experience. All four individuals are first class mountain guides! The itinerary and the route that we followed on the Emmons Glacier was also excellent.
Additional Comments
My experience with RMI has been first calls in every respect!
What did you enjoy most?
The RMI guides really made this trip a memorable experience. All four individuals are first class mountain guides! The itinerary and the route that we followed on the Emmons Glacier was also excellent.
July 4, 2015
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
the professionalism of the guides.of course the Mountain, and the views.
Albert S
July 4, 2015
the professionalism of the guides.of course the Mountain, and the views.
Additional Comments
RENTAL DEPARTMENT:I was sized wrong on my rental boots: La Sportiva Nepal's. as a result I developed blisters on both my heels around hour two, day one. this lead to a very uncomfortable experience for the next 4 days!
What did you enjoy most?
the professionalism of the guides.of course the Mountain, and the views.
What needs improvement?
more knowledgeable rental department people.
August 10, 2014
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
Great group dynamic
Marco A
August 10, 2014
Great group dynamic
Additional Comments
Pete's extremely capable in all respects. But that all-important first impression based on equipment check and orientation was, frankly, not as confidence-inspiring as it might have been had he projected more confidence right from the start.
Additional Comments
some overkill on the equipment list. Also, items that other guide companies include (helmet, ice axe, crampons) are extra charges @ RMI. With the overall trip being pretty expesive, those additional charges were unexpected and felt sort of nickle-and-diming.
What did you enjoy most?
Great group dynamic
July 8, 2014
Mt. Rainier Emmons Climb
I came specifically for remote glacier experience camping/climbing on the mountain and certainly got what I was looking for. Also I summited, which is also positive momentGreat guides + planning/preparations = 100% of positive result.
Dmitro M
July 8, 2014
I came specifically for remote glacier experience camping/climbing on the mountain and certainly got what I was looking for. Also I summited, which is also positive momentGreat guides + planning/preparations = 100% of positive result.
Additional Comments
Pete said that he really wants to have some meaningful comments and suggestions if something can be done better, so -Pete, I spend a few hours thinking and reflecting my experience.Could terrain be easier ? probably not; Could we climb slower? but I was in fact setting up pace anyway;Could rest-stops be longer? - probably, but we will likely to freezeSo, after some serious thinking, I have to admit that only thing that can be done differently is our pray for the the perfect weather - there was some room for improvement :)Otherwise, I want to thank you again for leading me (us) into this interesting climb and say that I was absolutely confident in my safety all the time.I think that this feeling was shared with all the team and was a major factor contributing to group success.Hope to share rope with you again sometime.PS.Also want to specifically mention your democratic but serious and thoughtful at the same time preparation and gear/equipment check stage.
What did you enjoy most?
I came specifically for remote glacier experience camping/climbing on the mountain and certainly got what I was looking for. Also I summited, which is also positive momentGreat guides + planning/preparations = 100% of positive result.
What needs improvement?
I think there are some little things that could be done.First of all - may be you should investigate possibility of running chartered bus from/to SEATAC (may be even in pair with other companies in the area).Renting car for $450 for a week to just drive 1.5 hrs from SEATAC seems excessive and during summer time you have daily 10-20 clients going to/from Ashford. I believe many would appreciate pre-arranged transportation option and that could increase convenience for all. Secondly, I saw regular tourists taking photos in front of "Rainier Basecamp" sign and I do realize that this place has some specific charisma associated with it.It makes average tourists to wonder - "who are those climbers are?"Ans at the same time buses arriving with teams from mountains park at rear side in the shadow, almost secretly loading/unloading fresh/happy teams with equipment.I think that somewhat more open and public ceremony for victorious teams to arrive at Base Camp would increase appearance of Base Camp itself for average lay person and increase sense of satisfaction and achievement for climbing teams.That's just a suggestion.Otherwise, my experience with RMI was very positive - I have already climbed 3 times with you and plan to do so again and again.
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