Gunnshy Peak
Central Cascades
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
“I have been looking forward to Gunnshy Peak for a long time and it was great to finally get to the top.”
Last report: Sep 22, 2025
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended
Getting There
Recent Reports
Sep 22, 2025
At long last! I have been looking forward to Gunnshy Peak for a long time and it was great to finally get to the top.
Jun 22, 2024
AntonC’s report on conditions is super thorough, not much to add to what they shared (also, if you see this, thanks for the thorough conditions report! ) We climbed Gunn, Gunnyshy, and Wing.
Jun 13, 2024
This trail is something else. First time up it, and no shame in admitting this one is a death walk.
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