 Mount Adams is unique in that it is one of the only glaciated peaks situated on or to the west of the main divide that is accessible as a weekend trip from a west coast road end.The standard route to the summit starts from a hidden layby off SH6 and heads up Dry Creek/Little Man River to a steep spur where a marked route starts.The marked route ends at the bushline and the remainder of the climb is on tussock, rock, and eventually the summit ice cap glacier.