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Technical climbing routes on Bear Creek Spire, near Toms Place, CA (2 days)

Technical climbing routes on Bear Creek Spire, near Toms Place, CA (2 days) | undefined

Come and join one of our mountain guides for some technical climbing routes on the beautiful Bear Creek Spire, near Toms Place, in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California.

Private

Sierra Nevada (California)

2 Days

All year

Very high

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Enjoy a 2-day climbing trip on the beautiful Bear Creek Spire.
  • Choose from different technical climbing routes.
  • Enjoy the great views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains near Toms Place.

Description

At 13,734 feet, the Bear Creek Spire is an imposing stone tower. It is also a gorgeous tower as well. And, on this 2-day adventure, you will get to choose from different technical climbing routes on the great spire.

Located near Toms Place, just south of the lovely Mammoth Lakes in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, the Bear Creek Spire is a great place for experienced climbers to test their skills.

During this trip you will be able to climb on the East Ridge, which rises from the col between the Bear Creek Spire and a smaller peak to the southwest. This route is rated 5.6 and is a long, scenic and fun route. There is also the direct route, which will take you up the prow which splits the North Face of Bear Creek Spire. Regardless of which route you choose, we can assure you that you will have an amazing climbing experience.

Participants on this trip must be experienced rock climbers. You should be able to climb at least 5.8 rated routes. You should also know how to tie proper knots and how to properly belay. Experience with climbing at altitude is a plus as well. Finally, participants on this trip must be in excellent physical condition.

If you are looking for a challenging, beautiful, technical climbing area in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, then you’ll love the Bear Creek Spire. To join us on this 2-day trip, please send a request.

Price includes

  • Guiding fee

Meeting point

Toms Place

About the guide

Guide profile image

SWS

4.8

(29)

Mountain Guide

Since 1981, we have been California's leader in guided mountaineering. From the Eastern Sierra to Mt. Shasta, we guide all of California 14ners and internationally.

Languages

English

Certificates

IFMGA | AMGA


What people are saying about SWS

Dan

Simran is a passionate mountaineering guide. Fun and very professional.

Such a difficult, but the most amazing experience! Something you will never forget!

Had an amazing experience! What memories but must be honest, we were in over our head. Feel we were physically up to it but we went from sea level to 10,000 feet in 30 hours and it was a challenge to keep up. Some time to acclimate would have made a big difference. The guides were careful and supportive. We were outside our comfort zone for sure but also realize that made it so memorable!

Life changing experience!!

Excellent experience with my guide Ben and SWS. Was able to summit Mt Whitney via the mountaineer’s route thanks to Ben’s understanding of the mountain and assessment of my capabilities. Great experience that exceeded my expectations.


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