Matterhorn Peak, Mountain summit in Sierra Nevada, California.
Matterhorn Peak is a granite summit in California's Sierra Nevada that marks the northern boundary of Yosemite National Park. The peak stands at 12,285 feet and forms part of the distinctive Sawtooth Ridge formation.
The peak was first documented as climbed by M.R. Dempster and his expedition in 1899. The route they established remains in use by climbers today.
Author Jack Kerouac featured Matterhorn Peak in his 1958 novel 'The Dharma Bums', describing his personal attempt to reach the summit.
The Twin Lakes trailhead is the main starting point for reaching the summit. Overnight camping requires permits obtained in advance of your visit.
The summit holds the northernmost glacier system found along the Sierra Nevada range. This frozen feature marks a notable geological boundary in the northern mountains.
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