Temple Crag, Granite mountain peak in Inyo County, California.
Temple Crag rises to an elevation of 12,999 feet with multiple granite faces featuring long vertical climbing routes across its surface.
The mountain became part of the Sierra Peaks Section Peaks List, establishing its position among California's principal climbing destinations for mountaineers.
Local climbing routes such as Moon Goddess Arete and Sun Ribbon Arete reflect celestial themes in their names, connecting the mountain to astronomical elements.
Visitors access Temple Crag through Big Pine Creek North Fork trail, requiring a seven-mile hike from Glacier Lodge to Third Lake base camp.
The mountain presents five major climbing routes called aretes, each extending over 1,000 feet vertically on high-quality Sierra Nevada granite.
Location: California
Location: Inyo County
Part of: Sierra Peaks Section Peaks List
GPS coordinates: 37.10974,-118.49124
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:10
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