Technical summits in the Sierra Nevada, CA, including Mt. Williamson & Mt. Humphreys
Join one of our experienced mountain guides for a technical climbing adventure in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, and choose from a number of amazing peaks and routes.
Private
Sierra Nevada (California)
+1 Day
All year
Very high
Intermediate
Highlights
- Enjoy some great technical climbs in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California.
- Choose from a number of great climbs, from Mt. Williamson to Mt. Humphreys.
- Perfect for experienced climbers looking for a new adventure.
Description
Throughout the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, there are a number of fantastic climbing options including the following technical peaks and 14,000 ft. ascents:
The East Ridge of the Bear Creek Spire: 13,726 ft.
Mount Humphreys: 13,992 ft.
The South Face of the Charlotte Dome: 10,630+ ft., a granite classic!
Palisade Crest Traverse: 13,559 ft., explore it’s 12 pinnacles named after the Lord of the Rings characters!
The North Ridge of Lone Pine Peak: 12,949 ft.
Mount Darwin: 13,837 ft.
The Hackel Peak: 13,418 ft.
Mount Mendel: 13,716 ft., famous for its rocks and its difficult ice climbs!
Mount Clarence King: 12,867+ ft.
California 14,000ft. Ascents
Thunderbolt Peak: 14,003 ft.
Mt. Muir: 14,011 ft. East Face 4th Class III
Middle Palisade: 14,012 ft.
Mt. Tyndall: 14,019 ft. North Ridge 4th Class
Mt. Langley: 14,022 ft. South Ridge 3rd Class II
Split Mountain 14,042 ft. North Ridge 3rd Class II.
Polemonium Peak 14,080 ft U-Notch 5.6 III V-Notch W1-3 III.
Mt. Russell 14,153 ft. East Ridge 4th Class. Fishhook Arete 5.9 III.
Mt. Sill 14,153 ft. Swiss Arete 5.7 III
Keeler Needle 14,239 ft. combo with Whitney 4th Class / Tech Routes.
North Palisade 14,242 ft. U-Notch 5.6 III.
Mt. Williamson 14,375 ft. Twisted Rib 5.6 III.
Mount Williamson 14,379 ft., and Tyndall 14,025 ft. Combo climb
Mt. Whitney 14,505 ft. East Face/Buttress 5.4 -5.6 II.
Thunderbolt Peak: 14,003 ft.
Mt. Muir: 14,011 ft. East Face 4th Class III
Middle Palisade: 14,012 ft.
Mt. Tyndall: 14,019 ft. North Ridge 4th Class
Mt. Langley: 14,022 ft. South Ridge 3rd Class II
Split Mountain 14,042 ft. North Ridge 3rd Class II.
Polemonium Peak 14,080 ft U-Notch 5.6 III V-Notch W1-3 III.
Mt. Russell 14,153 ft. East Ridge 4th Class. Fishhook Arete 5.9 III.
Mt. Sill 14,153 ft. Swiss Arete 5.7 III
Keeler Needle 14,239 ft. combo with Whitney 4th Class / Tech Routes.
North Palisade 14,242 ft. U-Notch 5.6 III.
Mt. Williamson 14,375 ft. Twisted Rib 5.6 III.
Mount Williamson 14,379 ft., and Tyndall 14,025 ft. Combo climb
Mt. Whitney 14,505 ft. East Face/Buttress 5.4 -5.6 II.
Each option offers a unique climbing experience. However, regardless of the mountain you decide to climb, you will enjoy the stunning views and unique mountaineering environment of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
In order to participate in any of these climbing trips, it is important you have prior climbing experience. You should also be in excellent physical condition.
To choose from any of the listed options, all you have to do is send us a request and we will help plan the perfect mountain climbing adventure for you. We look forward to guiding you in the beautiful mountain range!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Permit and entrance fees
- Tents
- Rope
- Cooking utensils
- Harness
- Helmet
- Crampons
- Ice axe
Price details
- Price listed is for an average 3day climbing adventure. Duration and price may vary according to route and client requirements.
- Professional instruction/guide, breakfast(s), dinner(s), helmets, harness, groupclimbing equipment including ropes and safety equipment, ice axes and crampons if needed, group camping equipment including tents, stoves, cooking pots, water filters, permits, and permit fees.
Meeting point
About the guide
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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