Approach
Approach this route from Bunny Flat and follow trail into Avalanche Gulch. Green Butte Ridge is the ridge directly East of The Gulch, and can be accessed at pretty much any point between treeline(approx. 8200') and 9200. There is a slightly rounded flat @ 8600', a good point to shoot for from below.
Route Description
The Green Butte Ridge proper begins at about 9200', just above Green Butte (El. 9193'). Ascend this sometimes narrow ridge approximately 3000' to a rock outcropping known as "The Thumb" (El.12,923'). During Winter months this ridge can be knife-edge in certain short spots, but the small flats that connect them make good places to dig in for a tent.
After The Thumb is reached follow the flat due North and climb up and left toward Misery Hill just above the Konwakiton Glacier. From Here its' only 300 more feet to the summit!
Descend Avalanche Gulch.
Essential Gear
The usuall Shasta rig, crampons and ice axe are par for most any season, even if only to give your ankles a break from talus when crossing Summer snowfields.
Miscellaneous Info
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