Mac Peak
Central Cascades
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
“Nice short overnight trip to Mac Peak.”
Last report: Sep 2, 2024
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended
Getting There
Recent Reports
Sep 2, 2024
Nice short overnight trip to Mac Peak. Short trip in the sense that I didn’t start my hike until 6:40pm on Sunday night.
Aug 28, 2019
Mac Peak and Surprise Mountain via Fischer Creek TH/Deception Creek Full trip report with photos: http://www. nwhikers.
Jul 29, 2017
In April 2016, I attempted Mac Peak in winter ( https://www. flickr.
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