Disappointment Cleaver gear list for Mount Rainier
Huge glaciated stratovolcano near Seattle; crevasse-heavy climbs and volatile weather demand early starts, ropework, avalanche awareness, and whiteout navigation skills.
Rainier’s most popular route; glacier travel with ladders, fixed lines, and steep snow.
Gear List
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Warm Hat / Beanie
Sun Hat
Glacier Glasses
Ski Goggles
Neck Gaiter / Buff
Climbing Helmet
Headlamp
Spare Contact Lenses / Eyeglasses
Moisture-Wicking Base Layer Top
Fleece Mid Layer
Synthetic or Down Puffy Jacket
Hardshell Jacket (Alpine)
Long Sleeve Sun Shirt
Sports Bra
Belay Jacket
Softshell Jacket
Mountaineering Gloves
Liner Gloves
Insulated Mittens
Moisture-Wicking Base Layer Bottom
Softshell Pants
Hardshell Pants
Moisture-Wicking Underwear
Mountaineering Boots (Single Boot)
Gaiters
Mountaineering Socks
Trail Running Shoes
12-Point Crampons
Backpack (60-70L)
1 Liter Water Bottle
Stuff Sacks
Backpack Liner
Climbing Harness
Walking Ice Axe
Trekking Poles
Locking Carabiners
Climbing Rope
Avalanche Transceiver / Beacon
Crevasse Rescue Kit
Non-Locking Carabiners
4-Season Tent
Inflatable Sleeping Pad
Camp Stove
Water Filter or Treatment
Spork / Utensils
Insulated Mug
Bowl
0-20 Sleeping Bag
First Aid Kit
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with SPF
Two-Way Radios
Phone
Earplugs
Trash Bags
Toiletry Kit
Hand Sanitizer
Pee Bottle
Trail Snacks / Energy Food
Spare Batteries
Pee Funnel (Female Urination Device)
Human Waste Pack-Out Kit