Tenaya Peak

Tenaya Peak is a granite mountain in Yosemite that rises approximately 10,306 feet above sea level and features several steep rock faces. From the summit, hikers and climbers can see a wide panorama of the surrounding Sierra Nevada range.

The mountain was named after a leader of the Ahwahneechee people who lived in Yosemite Valley before European settlers arrived. The naming preserves the memory of this earlier population.

The peak carries the name of a leader of the Ahwahneechee people and connects visitors to the Native American history of this region. The place reminds travelers that these lands were inhabited and shaped long before modern times.

Climbers reach the summit via various routes starting from Tenaya Lake, with the best conditions during summer months. The routes require different skill levels, so assess your abilities realistically before attempting.

The climbing routes feature a mix of crack climbing and slab routes on the granite surface with varying difficulty levels. Many visitors do not realize that it is possible to combine different routes to create an experience suited to their own abilities.