Upper East Face

The Upper East Face from near Mill's Glacier.

Description 

This is the area that is somewhat broken above the left side of the Lower East Face. It faces east or northeast depending on exactly where you are.

Some of the better known routes in this less-traveled section include Zumie's Thumb, 5.9; Teeter Totter Pillar, 5.8; and The Window, 5.7 or M6; Kiener's Route, 5.3; Notch Couloir, easy snow.

This area may be approached via a route on the Lower East Face, Lamb's Slide, or Flying Dutchman. Expect nearly a full-day for an adventure here.

Getting There 

Most access this area from the Long's Area trailhead to Chasm Lake 4.5 mi, and then you choose your final bit of approach.

The Classics

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The Beaver 5.5  CO : Alpine Rock : ... : Upper East Face

This route climbs Longs via its obvious, left skyline. Starting at the Loft, It strives to stay right on the crest of the southeast ridge.Much of this is simply 3rd class with HUGE exposure to your right, looking down the east face, and across the Diamond's profile.Soak it in, and stay as close to edge as you dare, peering down at The vertigous East Face!The Crux comes when you reach the Notch. The Notch is very intimidating to look into, it's a ...[more]   Browse More Classics in CO

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Zumie's Thumb from the Loft.