Disappointment Cleaver
$35 – $330
Bring the wilderness home with this print of the Disappointment Cleaver mountaineering route to the summit of Mt. Rainier. This trail map combines hillshading, detailed topography, and route info to tell the story of your time on the mountain. Made by an independent artist
For illustrative use only. Not for navigation.
Text that appears on the map
- Follow the Muir Snowfield from Paradise to Camp Muir, then cross the Cowlitz and Ingraham Glaciers to the rocky ridge of Disappointment Cleaver. A final, steep climb on Emmons Glacier leads to the crater rim.
- Distance: 14.3 miles
- Elevation gain: 8,940 feet
- High point: 14,411 feet at the summit of Mt. Rainier
Text and/or cropping might vary slightly at different map sizes. Please view the photos above to see the exact content on the 11×14, 16×20, and 22×28 maps.
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Customer Images
Small maps – 11″ x 14″
- Poster paper (unframed)
- Fine art giclee print (unframed)
- Framed fine art giclee print
Medium maps – 16″ x 20″
- Poster paper (unframed)
- Fine art giclee print (unframed)
- Framed fine art giclee print – Shown in the lifestyle photo. Model is 5' 9" tall.
Large Maps – 22″ x 28″
- Poster paper (unframed)
- Fine art giclee print (unframed)
- Framed fine art giclee print
Paper
- Poster Paper — classic poster paper with a satin finish, bright white point, and vivid color.
- Giclée — acid-free archival-grade ink, acid-free 100% cotton, single-side coated paper. Has a matte surface.
Frames (Giclee only)
- Black Frame — ¾” wide, wood with veneer
- Walnut Fame — 1 1/4” wide, wood
- Maple Frame — 1 1/4” wide, wood
- Matting — 1” wide, conservation-grade (white)
Production Time
- Average printing/production time for paper only (poster or giclee) is 3–5 business days.
- Average printing/production time for paper and a frame is 5–8 business days.
Shipping Time
- Unframed prints ship via USPS (3–6 business days).
- Framed prints ship via UPS (3–6 business days).
- International shipping is not available at this time.
Returns and Refunds
- Do you accepts returns or give refunds?
Because I print each map specifically for each order, I’m not able to accept returns or offer refunds. - If your item was damaged during shipping, please let me know and I’ll work with my printing partner to send you replacement copy.
Process
I use precise digital elevation models (DEMs) to create shaded relief for every valley, ridge, peak, and river, which I add to vintage 1:24,000 topo maps from the United States Geological Survey. These historic maps were originally printed on a lithographic press and field-checked on foot, and they give each print a natural, authentic feel.
Commission a Personal Map
If I don't have a map for a trail or place you love, you can commission a personal map. You can also vote for the next map.
Legal Disclaimer
My maps are for illustrative purposes only. Although almost all the natural features are accurate, historic USGS maps are of varying age, reliability, and resolution, glaciers and routes above treeline change frequently. These prints should not be used for navigation, land ownership claims, or up-to-date information about public access.
Great experience designing a custom map and the results were outstanding!
Very nice work. The map I ordered is the largest Wonderland map Paper Cairns offers and the printing is very clear and easy to make out all the little details . I ordered the maple frame. It has very clean miter cuts. I used hard locking mounts for my installation but the frame does come with mount points on the sides near the top. They look very solid and should provide for a solid installation. The shipping was quick. It showed up by FedEx within a couple days and it was well protected. Highly recommended for those that want a display quality contour map of Mount Rainer.
The map was beautiful and high quality! We were very excited about the product.
It’s beautiful accurate and thorough. Shipped well and arrived in pristine condition. Beyond delighted with this purchase. Worth every penny.
Fun and Great Memories! Working with Josh was a truly enjoyable experience – he has a true love for the mountains and understood how to build a beautiful and narrative description that captured the essence of our exciting trip to the summit of Mount Adams.