Middle Cathedral Rock, Granite mountain peak in Yosemite National Park, United States.
Middle Cathedral Rock rises to 6,648 feet in elevation, featuring steep granite walls and multiple climbing routes on its eastern and northern faces.
The granite formation emerged through geological processes during the Cretaceous period, shaped by glacial movements and erosion over millions of years.
The East Buttress route of Middle Cathedral Rock earned recognition in the publication Fifty Classic Climbs of North America, establishing its status among climbers.
Climbing activities on Middle Cathedral Rock pause from March through July to protect nesting Peregrine Falcons in the surrounding cliffs.
The rock formation stands directly across from El Capitan, creating a natural corridor that channels winds through the Yosemite Valley.
Location: Mariposa County
Part of: Cathedral Rocks
GPS coordinates: 37.71575,-119.63760
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:06
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