Avalanche Gulch gear list for Mount Shasta
Massive California stratovolcano; long snow climb with crevasse-like gullies, storms, and high altitude for the Cascades; remote spring conditions often icy.
Shasta’s standard climb; long snow ascent via Avalanche Gulch to Red Banks.
Gear List
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Warm Hat / Beanie
Sun Hat
Glacier Glasses
Neck Gaiter / Buff
Climbing Helmet
Headlamp
Sunglasses
Moisture-Wicking Base Layer Top
Fleece Mid Layer
Down Jacket
Hardshell Jacket (Alpine)
Sports Bra
Mountaineering Gloves
Liner Gloves
Softshell Gloves
Moisture-Wicking Base Layer Bottom
Softshell Pants
Hardshell Pants
Moisture-Wicking Underwear
Mountaineering Boots (Single Boot)
Gaiters
Mountaineering Socks
Hiking Shoes (Trekking Shoes)
12-Point Crampons
Summit Pack
1 Liter Water Bottle
Backpack (40-50L)
Climbing Harness
Trekking Poles
Locking Carabiners
Climbing Rope
Pickets
Webbing Slings
Technical / Mountaineering Ice Axe
4-Season Tent
Inflatable Sleeping Pad
Camp Stove
Fuel
Cookset
Water Filter or Treatment
Spork / Utensils
Insulated Mug
Bowl
0-20 Sleeping Bag
GPS Device
Map and Compass
First Aid Kit
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with SPF
Toiletry Kit
Trail Snacks / Energy Food
Spare Batteries
Human Waste Pack-Out Kit