Telescope Peak, Mountain summit in Death Valley National Park, United States.
Telescope Peak rises to 3,366 meters as the highest point of the Panamint Range, offering views across Death Valley and the Sierra Nevada mountains.
The peak received its name in the mid-19th century due to its shape when viewed from specific angles during early astronomical observations in California.
Native American tribes traversed the Panamint Range for generations, establishing seasonal pathways between valleys through the mountain passages.
The 14-mile round trip hike to the summit starts at Mahogany Flat Campground and requires proper preparation with sufficient water supplies.
From the summit, visitors can observe both the lowest point in North America at Badwater Basin and high-elevation Sierra Nevada peaks simultaneously.
Location: Inyo County
Elevation above the sea: 3,366 m
GPS coordinates: 36.16985,-117.08921
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:37
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