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Lamarck Col! Lamarck Col can be ascended from the east by traversing the glacier beneath, or from the west via a cross country scramble through Darwin Canyon. Please ensure that you carry proper snow gear (crampons/ice axe) if you plan on traveling over this pass! Safety first! Mount Lamarck was officially named in 1911 after French naturalist Jean-Baptist Lamarck, who was an early proponent of biological evolution. The peak sits at 4,090m, and is one of eight peaks forming the Evolution Crest of the Sierra Nevada. The first six peaks were named in 1895 after Darwin and prominent supporters of his theory of evolution. In 1911, two more peaks were added to the group: Lamarck and Mendel. A small glacier is sustained under the northern cliffs of the cirque, and precipitation on the west side of the mountain drains into Evolution Creek- a tributary of the San Joaquin River.

Kearsarge Pass is the most popular location to get off the Pacific Crest Trail to get supplies in the nearby town of Lonepine or Bishop. You have to hike down several thousand feet to get to Onion Valley and try to get a ride down to the desert floor. In 2023, the road up to Onion Valley might still be closed due to the record snow year.

The Goodale Pass Trail is a more direct approach to Vermillion Valley Resort or a nice alternative if you don't want to take the ferry over the lake (which might not be running in a very dry year anyways). It takes you over Goodale Pass with a pretty steep section and then along Cold Creek.

Northbound: Slow climb but stunning views. The orange mountains on the other side and the view over the lake area are worth every effort!

Northbound: Even if the ascent takes what feels like an eternity, the view over the pass is breathtaking! Short, crisp switchbacks just before the highest point of the pass. Beware of snowpack and loose rocks.

Highest point on the Rae Lakes Loop, a four to five day hiking tour in Sequoia National Park. Exhausting but worth every drop of sweat! The view of the three Rae Lakes is just incredibly beautiful.

You have to conquer this pass if you want your resupply in the city. But don't worry, it's less strenuous the second time! :D

Selden Pass is one of the major passes along the PCT/JMT, but not as high as the other ones. The climb hiking northbound is the most beautiful with blue lakes, rushing creeks and wonderful alpine scenery. From the top you can see the amazing Lake Marie.