Giant's Staircase

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Two-pitch bolted route to the summit of French's Dome, with an airy rappel. A featured objective in Quested’s Northwest Moderate Multipitch Classics collection.

What makes it special

• ✦Two-pitch moderate sport climb
• ✦An unusual summit finish
• ✦A memorable rappel descent

Technical profile

What this adventure requires

Skills required

• Sport leading
• Multipitch belays
• Rappelling

Key hazards to assess

• Anchor hardware history
• Descent rappel
• Route variation

Quested experience levels describe the intended skill progression, not objective safety. An approachable classification is not a guarantee of safety. Climbing requires appropriate protection and descent competence; ski tours require independent avalanche decisions, winter navigation and competent downhill skiing.

Plan your visit

Route descriptions distinguish a moderate traverse from a steeper 5.10 variation; choose carefully. Missing-anchor-hardware reports were posted in August 2026, followed by an update that repairs were made. Independently verify current anchors, rappel stations, and route access before climbing.

Information is a planning starting point, not live conditions or route guidance. Always check current access, weather, safety and permit information.