Goat Wall
Cliff Steep coulee wall popular with mountain goats
Steep cliff and climbing area in Washington State known for mountain‑goat sightings; hikers and climbers use nearby trails for wildlife viewing and alpine scenery.
How to Get to Goat Wall #
Goat Wall is most commonly accessed via trailheads reached by forest roads in the North Cascades region; driving is necessary to reach the trailhead and a multi-hour hike typically precedes any technical climbs. Consult guidebooks and local ranger stations for exact routes and seasonal access information.
Tips for Visiting Goat Wall #
- The Goat Wall is a technical scramble in places - do not attempt exposed sections without proper experience and gear.
- Consult local climbing guides for route details and access restrictions; some areas are on private land or require seasonal closures.
- Bring a route topo and check weather forecasts for safe climbing conditions.
Best Time to Visit Goat Wall #
Late spring through early fall is ideal for climbing and scrambling on alpine walls; winter brings snow and ice requiring technical mountaineering skills.
Weather & Climate near Goat Wall #
Goat Wall's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (661 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 26 mm.
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August
August is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (108 mm).
