Reach the summit of Mount Washington with a professional guide
6-9 hours
Guides, Safety equipment, Briefing
Climb Mount Washington on a guided ascent and focus on the route while your guide shares local knowledge of changing mountain conditions. This strenuous hike aims for the 6,288-foot summit and wide views over New Hampshire’s Presidential Range.
Not suitable for children under 10. Ages 10–16 must be vetted by a phone call with the guide and International Mountain Climbing School. Lunch and snacks are not included.
Cancel 30+ days before: reschedule or request a refund. Cancel 14-29 days before: payment can be applied to another booking. Cancel 13 days or sooner: deposit/payment is forfeited.
Plan for a strenuous hike. If you are not sure Mount Washington is right for you, you can tailor your day on another route or summit.
Bring the items on the required gear list for this activity. Some gear may be available to use or rent.
No. Lunch and snacks are not included.
2733 White Mountian Hwy
The guides here consistently earn praise for their ability to work with everyone from nervous beginners to advanced climbers pushing their limits. Paul, Ryan, Conrad, and the rest of the team get mentioned repeatedly for being patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely skilled at adapting to different needs. Families with young kids and those with special needs specifically highlight how well the guides adjust their approach, creating successful days for everyone involved. The booking process is smooth, and staff members go out of their way to match clients with the right guide for their situation. What really stands out is the range of expertise available. College groups come back year after year for stress-free trips, intermediate climbers get pushed to tackle bigger objectives like Moby Grape, and complete beginners leave feeling proud of what they accomplished. The technical courses, from top rope setting to big wall climbing, receive the same high marks for thoughtful instruction and real-world application. Cathedral Ledge and other White Mountain locations provide the perfect backdrop, and guides clearly know how to select routes that challenge without overwhelming their clients.
I always have a great experience with IMCS and most recently had an amazing amazing day summiting Mt Washington, with Mickey as my guide. It was my first time at Washington in any season + my first winter ascent of a >4k footer + my first time mountaineering again after an ACL reconstruction. Mickey was phenomenal. Not only was he super fun to talk to, but he checked in often on how my knee/stamina was feeling and he was very encouraging throughout the day; everything felt well catered to my experience and comfort level. The route (Lions head winter route) was somewhat technical given recent weather; several groups turned around or seemed unprepared, but thanks to Mickey’s skill/problem solving, I had an easygoing of a time as possible and I felt more than prepared (particularly gear-wise). The day was also well tailored towards my goals (educational/returning to mountaineering) with Mickey sharing his experiences and answering my many many questions. I left feeling that he was incredibly qualified and knowledgeable. Generally a perfect day (basically no wind at the summit!); I couldn’t have asked for a better reintroduction to mountaineering and wouldn’t hesitate to have him guide me again!!
Jenn Mori
March 22, 2026
I always have a great experience with IMCS and most recently had an amazing amazing day summiting Mt Washington, with Mickey as my guide. It was my first time at Washington in any season + my first winter ascent of a >4k footer + my first time mountaineering again after an ACL reconstruction. Mickey was phenomenal. Not only was he super fun to talk to, but he checked in often on how my knee/stamina was feeling and he was very encouraging throughout the day; everything felt well catered to my experience and comfort level. The route (Lions head winter route) was somewhat technical given recent weather; several groups turned around or seemed unprepared, but thanks to Mickey’s skill/problem solving, I had an easygoing of a time as possible and I felt more than prepared (particularly gear-wise). The day was also well tailored towards my goals (educational/returning to mountaineering) with Mickey sharing his experiences and answering my many many questions. I left feeling that he was incredibly qualified and knowledgeable. Generally a perfect day (basically no wind at the summit!); I couldn’t have asked for a better reintroduction to mountaineering and wouldn’t hesitate to have him guide me again!!
Jenn Mori
March 22, 2026