Mount Sill

Mount Sill is a granite peak in the Sierra Nevada standing at roughly 14,000 feet and connects to its neighbor North Palisade through a high rocky ridge. The mountain is built entirely from granite with steep faces and a jagged summit that commands views across the high country.

The peak was first reached on July 24, 1903 by a team of four climbers including James Hutchinson and Joseph LeConte. This early ascent marked one of the significant mountaineering achievements in the exploration of the high Sierra during that era.

The peak holds significance in the cultural landscape of the high Sierra as a landmark visible from distant valleys below. Its position along the ridge makes it a reference point for understanding how people navigate and relate to this mountain terrain.

The peak can be approached via different climbing routes that vary from scrambling paths to technical ascents requiring ropes and gear. Summer months offer the most stable weather and accessible conditions for attempting the climb.

The peak sits where the Sierra Crest makes a sharp bend, creating panoramic views in multiple directions. From this vantage point visitors can survey both Kings Canyon National Park and the forest lands to the east.

Location: California

Location: Fresno County

Location: Inyo County

Made from material: granite

Part of: Sierra Peaks Section Peaks List, Vagmarken Club Sierra Crest List

GPS coordinates: 37.09593,-118.50322

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07