Climb the Swiss Arete of Mt. Sill in the Palisade Range of California

Join Ryan, an AMGA-certified Single Pitch Instructor, on an awe-inspiring climb of a classic Sierra Nevada mountain – Mt. Sill. Spend three days taking in some of California´s most impressive scenery.

Sierra Nevada (California)

+1 Days

Jun - Sep

High

Intermediate

Description

Climb up the Palisade Range and check out some of the most impressive views of the Sierra Nevadas! I can guide you to over 14,000 feet AND the time of your life on Mt. Sill!

Located within the Sierra Nevada range, the group of Palisade mountains are notable for their attractive climbing features. They are often favorites among rock climbers and mountaineers, inviting adventurers to reach rocky heights of over 14,000 feet one a few different peaks.

One of the most popular and majestic of these ¨14ers¨ is Mt. Sill, particularly its Swiss Arete. It officially stands at 14,162 feet, offers some 5.7, Grade II climbing, and includes a bit of Class 3/4 moves. There are some challenging maneuvers near the top that are sure to please the intermediate and advanced alike.

The panoramas from the top are unimaginable. To the east are the White Mountains, and to the west you can see Sequoia and Kings Canyon. To give you an idea of the scope and impression this mountain has, it´s name is Nee-Na-Mee-Shee (¨Guardian of the Valley¨) to the Paiute Indians.

Our program is designed to cover three days because of the long approach to the climb. However, I can adjust this program to fit what you need. Its a great opportunity for anyone looking to cross a classic route off of their bucket list and also gain valuable experience on a moderate mountain.

This trip requires some difficult aspects, so prior climbing experience and physical fitness are necessary. You should be in relatively good shape to enjoy this program.

Book this climbing program now and see arguably the best views of the entire Eastern Sierra from the top of Mt. Sill´s Swiss Arete!

You want to climb the North Ridge of Lone Pine Peak? I have a trip for that! Or we can head to Mission Gorge in San Diego for a more modest day of single-pitch climbing.

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

Prices are per day.

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It is possible to complete this program in two days. Contact me for more information.

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About the guide

Ryan

5.0

(15)

Single Pitch Instructor

I am the founder of Golden State Guiding and an AMGA Apprentice Alpine and Splitboard Guide, a certified Single Pitch Instructor, and certified Wilderness First Responder and also hold an AIARE Pro 1 certificate.

At Golden State Guiding we hold a valid permit to guide you legally in California's Eastern Sierra mountains including Mammoth Lakes, Sequoia/ Kings National Park, Mount Shasta in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Joshua Tree National Park, Mission Trails Regional Park in San Diego, and Red Rock Canyon just outside of Las Vegas Nevada. All Golden State Guiding guides are professionally trained by the AMGA (American Mountain Guides Association) and are some of the best Guides in the industry. Our professional Guides know exactly where to take you for your day out of rock, ice, or alpine climbing, backcountry skiing or splitboarding, and mountaineering in California or Nevada.

These are some of the spots where we can take you:

- Joshua Tree National Park

- San Diego (Mission Gorge or Mount Woodson)

- Eastern Sierra (Lone Pine Peak, Mt Emerson, Mount Sill and the entire Palisade Range, Bear Creek Spire, Temple Crag, Crystal Crag, Cardinal Pinnacle, Iris Slab, Mammoth Lakes Basin, Clark Canyon)

- Mount Shasta in Shasta-Trinity National Forest in the Southern Cascades

- Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

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What people are saying about Ryan

First class operation from beginning to end. Ryan (I believe owner or manager) provided the best customer service from the moment I contacted him as a result of a search on the internet. He set everything up with ease, always staying in touch and making sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend him for climbing at any level.

Ryan, Tim, Scott, and Ben were all very friendly, professional, and super knowledgeable. I know there's an inherent risk in climbing, but I'm confident I can use what I learned from this program and climb much more safely outdoors. I'll be signing up for their other programs!

We just had an amazing weekend climbing in the Mammoth area. Greg, our guide, was so talented and hilarious! I learned so much and we climbed tons of amazing varied routes. We laughed learned and climbed hard. Cant wait to do more with you guys! Thanks for everything Ryan and Greg!

Ryan was absolutely phenomenal. Lines were set and tied in well before our meeting time. He had a great game plan for us. I'll be booking again soon.

Ryan is truly a top notch guiding service. Ryan is more than accommodating to work with, and the rapport we have with the guides is unmatched. Keep up the great work!