This is a brutally challenging climb! Starting at 4,500 feet in one of the deepest U.S. valleys, surrounded by 14,000-foot peaks.

Widely regarded as one of California's most demanding ascents, this climb rewards your effort with panoramas of Owens Valley and the Eastern Sierras.

The remote location is justified by the ride's intensity. No water, and changing weather conditions are common here.

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Distance 20.2 km

Uphill 60 m

Downhill 1,630 m

Weather

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Sunday 9 November

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Location: Independence, Inyo County, California, United States

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