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Wildrose Peak

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    1. Wildrose Charcoal Kilns to Wildrose Peak — Death Valley National Park

    12.6km

    04:18

    650m

    650m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    May 2, 2017

    Wildrose Peak is a cool respite from the desert heat, but can be snow-covered December-March. The trailhead is located just north (left) of the historic Wildrose Charcoal Kilns ( komoot.com/highlight/235805 ). A sign at a trailhead points the way through the trees to Wildrose Peak 4.2 miles uphill (to see the trail komoot.com/tour/16149904 ). The well-defined path leads into the pinyon pine (Pinus monophylla) and juniper (Juniperus californicus) woodlands of the Panamint Mountains.
    After 1.7 miles (2.7km) the divide at a saddle offers the first of several views into Death Valley.
    The following 2.5 miles (4 km) roll up and down the saddle before switchbacking steeply up the spine to above tree line where the peak finally comes into view.
    The final 0.25 mile stretch (0.4km) to the top yields breathtaking 360 ° views of the Mojave Desert and Basin-Range topography.
    To the west is Panamint Valley; on a clear day the snow-capped Sierra Nevada Mountains can be seen on the horizon, home to the highest point in the contiguous 48 US-States, 14,505 ft (4421m) Mount Whitney.
    A rock pile marks the summit of Wildrose Peak with a view of the Black Mountains in the distance, and Death Valley salt flats to the east more than 9,000 feet (2,743m) below; home to the lowest point in North America, Badwater Basin -282 ft (-86m).
    nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/wildrose-peak.htm

      December 6, 2022

      Wildrose Peak is a 9,064 feet (2,743m) high mountain and climbing it should not be understated. The initial ascent begins as a leisurely stroll through a picturesque pine and juniper forest. But then a steep climb follows that will drive your heart rate up. At higher altitude, the trees become rare and reveal great views. Breathtaking 360-degree views of Death Valley and the eastern Sierra Nevada await you at the summit.

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        Elevation 2,750 m

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        Location: Inyo County, California, United States

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