Mount Lincoln, Mountain summit in Placer County, California.
Mount Lincoln rises to an elevation of 8,383 feet within the Sierra Nevada range, offering views across Tahoe National Forest and neighboring peaks.
The California Trail crossed between Mount Lincoln and Mount Judah at Roller Pass, serving as a vital wagon route for pioneers traveling to Sutter's Fort.
The mountain stands near the location where Charlie Chaplin filmed scenes for his 1924 silent film 'The Gold Rush' among the winter landscapes.
The Pacific Crest Trail provides access to Mount Lincoln's eastern slope, with the trailhead beginning at Donner Pass for hiking expeditions.
Mount Lincoln maintains a notable isolation distance of 4.2 kilometers from Anderson Peak, its nearest higher neighboring summit in the Sierra Nevada range.
Location: Placer County
GPS coordinates: 39.28768,-120.32798
Latest update: April 1, 2025 13:53
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