Mount Morrison, Mountain summit in Mono County, California.
Mount Morrison is a mountain summit in the Sierra Nevada reaching 12,241 feet, positioned south of Convict Lake near Mammoth Lakes. The peak displays steep granite walls with multiple climbing routes offering varied technical challenges and expansive views across the range.
Norman Clyde and John Mendendhall completed the first documented ascent in 1928, opening the peak to future climbers. Their pioneering work established the main routes that mountaineers still follow today.
The mountain bears the name of Robert Morrison, a merchant who lost his life during a pursuit of escaped convicts near Convict Lake in 1871.
The northeast face presents a challenging climb requiring technical skill and climbing experience for safe ascent. Weather can change rapidly at elevation, so climbers should plan accordingly and bring appropriate gear for variable conditions.
The mountain contains fulgurites, which are glass tubes formed when lightning strikes specific soil types. These natural geological formations are rare evidence of electrical storms captured within the rock itself.
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