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List Of Highest Mountains Of Yosemite National Park
Many mountains in Yosemite National Park are higher than ; three are higher than . The peaks of Yosemite are among some of the highest mountains in California. The below table gives information fropeakbaggeransummitpost Some mountains are listed by one but not the other, and some elevations vary, as prominence varies; the clean prominence method is used in this table. List Mt Lyell from Donahue shoulder.jpg, Mount Lyell, the highest mountain of Yosemite Mount Dana.jpg, Mount Dana Kuna Peak, north.jpg, Kuna Peak MatterhornPeakCA.jpg, Matterhorn Peak, not to be confused with The Matterhorn. Mammoth_Peak_and_Kuna_Crest.jpg, Mammoth Peak and Kuna Crest, taken near Gaylor Lakes Mount_Maclure_and_Maclure_Glacier.jpg, Mount Maclure Mount Maclure is the nearest neighbor to Mount Lyell, the highest point in Yosemite National Park. Mount Maclure is the fifth-highest mountain of Yosemite. Mount Maclure is located at the southeast end of the Cathedral Range, about northwest of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park ( ) is a List of national parks of the United States, national park of the United States in California. It is bordered on the southeast by Sierra National Forest and on the northwest by Stanislaus National Forest. The park is managed by the National Park Service and covers in four County, countiescentered in Tuolumne County, California, Tuolumne and Mariposa County, California, Mariposa, extending north and east to Mono County, California, Mono and south to Madera County, California, Madera. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1984, Yosemite is internationally recognized for its granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, groves of Sequoiadendron giganteum, giant sequoia, lakes, mountains, meadows, glaciers, and Biodiversity, biological diversity. Almost 95 percent of the park is designated National Wilderness Preservation System, wilderness. Yosemite is one of the largest and least fragmented habitat blocks in the Sierra Nevada. Its geology of the Yosem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mount Maclure (Yosemite)
Mount Maclure is the nearest neighbor to Mount Lyell, the highest point in Yosemite National Park. Mount Maclure is the fifth-highest mountain of Yosemite. Mount Maclure is located at the southeast end of the Cathedral Range, about northwest of Lyell. The summit is on the boundary between Madera and Tuolumne counties which is also the boundary between the park and the Ansel Adams Wilderness. It was named in honor of William Maclure, a pioneer in American geology who produced the first geological maps of the United States. Maclure Glacier, one of the last remaining glaciers in Yosemite, is situated on the mountain's northern flank. The easiest climbing route leaves the John Muir Trail about south of Tuolumne Meadows and traverses the Maclure Glacier to the summit. See also * Rodgers Peak (California) * Simmons Peak Simmons Peak is a mountain, in the Tuolumne Meadows region of Yosemite National Park. In difficulty, its routes range from scrambling Scrambling is a mo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Excelsior Mountain (Yosemite)
Excelsior Mountain is the 21st-highest mountain in Yosemite National Park, on the northeastern border of Yosemite. It is the next high peak, north of Mount Conness. Excelsior Mountain is mostly made of rust-colored metamorphic rock, similar to Mount Dana Mount Dana is a mountain in the U.S. state of California. Its summit marks the eastern boundary of Yosemite National Park and the western boundary of the Ansel Adams Wilderness. At an elevation of , it is the second highest mountain in Yosemite ..., which is also close. Climate Near to Excelsior Mountain All of the following are near to Excelsior Mountain: See also * List of highest mountains of Yosemite National Park References {{Reflist External links and references A topographic map, of Excelsior Mountain areaOne hike, up Excelsior Mountain Mountains of Yosemite National Park Mountains of Mono County, California Mountains of Tuolumne County, California ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
North Peak (California)
North Peak is an alpine peak just north of Mount Conness in the Sierra Nevada. The summit is to the west of the Hall Natural Area and on the boundary between the Inyo National Forest and Yosemite National Park. North Peak is in Tuolumne County in eastern California in the southwestern United States The United States of America (USA), also known as the United States (U.S.) or America, is a country primarily located in North America. It is a federal republic of 50 U.S. state, states and a federal capital district, Washington, D.C. The 48 .... References Gallery File:North Peak from northeast.jpg, Northeast aspect File:North Peak from east.jpg, East aspect File:North Peak, Yosemite.jpg, Before dawn File:North Peak, East aspect.jpg, East aspect File:Hidden Golden Lake 20LakesBasin.jpg External links * Mountains of Tuolumne County, California Mountains of the Sierra Nevada (United States) Mountains of Northern California {{TuolumneCountyCA-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mount Andrea Lawrence (Yosemite)
Mount Andrea Lawrence — informally, Gem Peak —is a mountain, in the northern part of Yosemite National Park. It is the 17th highest mountain in Yosemite National Park. It is southeast of Tuolumne Meadows. On Mount Andrea Lawrence's particulars Mount Andrea Lawrence was named for Andrea Mead Lawrence, who was a conservationist, a three-time Olympian and also a former member of the Mono County Board of Supervisors. On April 29, 2010, U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer and U.S. Representative Howard P. "Buck" McKeon announced legislation to rename Peak 12,240 in Mono County in memory of Lawrence. Thesheetnews.com. Retrieved on 2015-06-12. On January 20, 2013, a bill was signed, by |
Matterhorn Peak
Matterhorn Peak is located in the Sierra Nevada (U.S.), Sierra Nevada, in California, at the northern boundary of Yosemite National Park. At elevation, it is the tallest peak in the craggy Alps-like Sawtooth Ridge and the northernmost peak in the Sierra Nevada. The peak also supports the Sierra's northernmost glacier system. It was named after the Matterhorn in the Alps. Matterhorn Peak is near Twin Peaks (Yosemite), Twin Peaks, and just north of Whorl Mountain (Yosemite), Whorl Mountain. The peak can be ascended without climbing gear. In popular culture Jack Kerouac, in ''The Dharma Bums'' (1958), describes a hike up and a run down the mountain. This led to the classic observation, "You can't fall off a mountain." Climate See also * Hoover Wilderness * Matterhorn References External links * In the Footsteps of Jack Kerouac on Matterhorn Peak Mountains of Yosemite National Park Mountains of Mono County, California Mountains of Tuolumne County, California M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Twin Peaks (Yosemite)
Twin Peaks is a mountain in the northern part of Yosemite National Park, north of Tuolumne Meadows. It is the 15th highest mountain in Yosemite National Park. On Twin Peaks's particulars Twin Peaks is near Twin Peaks Pass. Twin Peaks is at times a somewhat mysterious mountain in Yosemite, on the uppermost reaches of Virginia Canyon. From the east along US 395, Twin Peaks can be difficult to identify. Twin Peaks has two summits, though they are not twins. The west summit is the high point at , which makes it slightly higher than its famous neighbor, Matterhorn Peak, which is high. Twin Peaks is also near Whorl Mountain, Black Mountain, Excelsior Mountain Excelsior Mountain can refer to * Excelsior Mountain (Yosemite) in California, U.S. * Excelsior Mountain (Alberta) in the Maligne Range in Canada * Excelsior Mountain of the North Cascades in Washington state, U.S. * Excelsior Mountains The ..., Mount Warren, Virginia Peak, and North Peak. Twin Peaks is west and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Electra Peak (Tuolumne Meadows)
Electra Peak is a mountain, broadly in the Tuolumne Meadows area of Yosemite National Park, if far, from the road. Electra Peak is the 14th highest mountain in Yosemite National Park. Electra Peak may have been named for a play called ''Electra''. On Electra Peak's particulars Electra Peak is south of Rodgers Peak, and straddles the boundary of Yosemite National Park and Ansel Adams Wilderness. Banner Peak and Mount Ritter are to the east, the Mount Maclure- Mount Lyell- Rodgers Peak complex is to the north, and the Lyell Fork Merced River drainage is to the west. It is also near Matterhorn Peak, Foerster Peak, and Mount Ansel Adams. Both Mount Ritter and Banner Peak Banner Peak is the second tallest peak in the Ritter Range of California's Sierra Nevada. The mountain is tall, and there are several glaciers on its slopes. It lies within the boundaries of the Ansel Adams Wilderness; at the foot of the pea ... are also near. From most directions, Electra Peak is a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Simmons Peak (Tuolumne Meadows)
Simmons Peak is a mountain, in the Tuolumne Meadows region of Yosemite National Park. In difficulty, its routes range from scrambling to . It is a few miles north of Mount Lyell. Simmons Peak is the 12th-highest mountain in Yosemite, if not often climbed, partially due to its not being on the Sierra Club's ''Sierra Peaks Section SPS List The Sierra Peaks Section (SPS) is a mountaineering society within the Angeles Chapter of the Sierra Club that serves to provide mountaineering activities for Sierra Club members in the Sierra Nevada, and to honor mountaineers who have summited Sie ...''. Near to Simmons Peak All of the following are near, to Simmons Peak: References External links Mentions the first ascent, by non-Indian climbersOne YouTube, Simmon's Peak YosemiteAnother YouTube, the view from the summit Mountains of Yosemite National Park Mountains of Madera County, California Mountains of Tuolumne County, California {{Yosemite-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vogelsang Peak
Vogelsang Peak is a peak in the Cathedral Range of Yosemite National Park, located in northeastern Mariposa County, California. Though Mount Florence is higher, at , at the summit rises higher than most of the surrounding peaks, and offers sweeping panoramic views in every direction. Naming The peak was named by Col. H.C. Benson in 1907. There is dispute over whether the peak was named for Charles A Vogelsang, an executive officer of California's State Fish and Game Commission from 1896–1901, or his brother Alexander Theodore Vogelsang, who served as president of the California State Board of Fish and Game from 1901-1910. Topography Vogelsang Peak's southeastern side is made up of a relatively uniform arc of steep rock. Its northwestern side is a series of cirques and sheer cliffs. Well known climbing routes include the Nightingale Arête ( II 5.9) and the West Face (IV 5.10 A2). Vogelsang Pass, Vogelsang Lake and the Vogelsang High Sierra Camp The High Sierra Camps are ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mount Florence (Yosemite)
Mount Florence is a mountain, in the Tuolumne Meadows region of Yosemite National Park. Its easiest route is a scramble. Mount Florence is the tenth highest mountain in Yosemite. Deep in the Yosemite backcountry, Mount Florence is not often climbed, though on the trip, one passes through spectacular scenery, on all approaches. The mountain's name August 23, 1864, Florence Hutchings, "Floy" as she was nicknamed, was the first white child, born in Yosemite Valley. She was also nicknamed the "Yosemite Tomboy," and lived a non-comformist life, riding horses, was scornful of disapproval, did not fear peril, and swore. She had a zest for life, and died young, in 1881, at the age of 17. She knew John Muir, who named Mount Florence for her. She was religious and worked as a caretaker of the Yosemite Valley Chapel The Yosemite Valley Chapel was built in the Yosemite Valley of California in 1879. History The wooden chapel was designed by San Francisco architect Charles Geddes in t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mount Conness
Mount Conness is a mountain in the Sierra Nevada range, to the west of the Hall Natural Area. Conness is on the boundary between the Inyo National Forest and Yosemite National Park. The Conness Glacier lies north of the summit. History Mount Conness is named for John Conness (1821–1909), a native of Ireland who came to United States in 1836. Conness was a member of California legislature (1853–1854, 1860–1861) and the United States Senator from California (1863–1869). He resided in Massachusetts from 1869 until his death in 1909. In 1860 Josiah Dwight Whitney Jr. was appointed State Geologist of California and he organized the California Geological Survey (1863–1870). Whitney, along with William H. Brewer, Clarence King, James T. Gardiner, Charles F. Hoffmann, Lorenzo G. Yates, Richard D. Cotter and others, made an extensive survey of California, including the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite region. Whitney wrote: "Mount Conness bears the name of a distinguished ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
