The Top 20 Peaks in the Sierra Nevada
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Sierra Nevada is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Sierra Nevada for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in the Sierra Nevada for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 12, 2025
A long full adventure filled day is half dome. Starting at L.YV. or the Valley floor will be the two common approaches up Half Dome. The hike is strenuous and …
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Clouds Rest is a prominent mountain along the icon John Muir Trail and a true gem in Yosemite National park. Although it is not the highest peak with an elevation …
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See the spectacular Yosemite Valley and Half Dome from this unique perspective.
To get here you can either climb up the wall, one of the highest iconic rock climbs in …
To get here you can either climb up the wall, one of the highest iconic rock climbs in …
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With an elevation of 14,505 feet (4,421 meters), Mount Whitney is the highest point in the contiguous United States. The summit is the southern terminus of the famous John Muir …
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Eagle Peak (7,779 ft), located between El Capitan and Yosemite Falls, is the highest peak on the north rim of Yosemite Valley in California. John Muir considered the view from …
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The Sentinel Dome offers excellent views of the eastern valleys (Half Dome, El Captain, Yosemite Falls) and is easily accessible from the parking lot at Glacier Point in half an hour or from the Valley in about 4 hours.
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Taft Point is a viewpoint in Yosemite National Park, west of Glacier Point. It offers wide views of Yosemite Valley, Yosemite Falls, and El Capitan. The main attraction of Taft …
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While climbing the 350 stairs to the summit of Moro Rock is a highlight in and of itself, the views from the summit are most certainly THE highlight. Views of …
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Mount Rose is the highest mountain in Washoe County, within the Carson Range of Nevada. Elevation 10,785 ft (3,287 m), Prominence 3,630 ft (1,106 m).
It is also both the …
It is also both the …
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Only about 4.6 miles distance from the trailhead parking at Onion Valley Road, Kearsage Pass is a popular resupply detour for long distance hikers on the John-Muir or Pacific Crest …
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