Mount Fairchild

Mount Fairchild is a summit in the Bailey Range of the Olympic Mountains, reaching 2,108 meters. It stands as the second-highest peak in this range and features glaciers and alpine terrain near its slopes.

The peak was named in 1975 after William R. Fairchild, a pilot who conducted glacier research flights in the region before his death in 1969. The naming honored his contributions to studying the Olympic Mountains.

The mountain's first recorded ascent occurred in 1963 when climbers Denny Pruitt, Dan Baker, Jack Christiansen, and Roy Etten reached the summit.

Access to the summit requires hiking through the Olympic National Park's trail system over considerable distances through forested terrain. Be prepared for difficult terrain and changeable mountain weather conditions typical of this region.

A glacier at the mountain's base feeds Fairchild Creek, contributing to the water system of the surrounding alpine area. This flowing ice and meltwater shape the landscape continuously and support the dynamic mountain ecosystem.

Location: Clallam County

Elevation above the sea: 2,108 m

GPS coordinates: 47.90009,-123.63352

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:40