Bear Creek Spire, Charlotte Dome, Mt Humphreys
Sierra Nevada Climbing
Sierra Classic Climbs
Bear Creek Spire - 13,734ft
$1,395 Per Person
1:2 Guide to Guest Ratio
2 days / 1 night
Bear Creek Spire is a stunning peak in the heart of the Sierra Nevada Range, offering both technical challenge and incredible scenery. The classic East Ridge provides a step-like line rising from the col between Bear Creek Spire and a smaller peak to the southwest. Rated 5.6, this route is long, sustained, and offers continuous exposure with excellent rock quality, making it a favorite amongst the Sierra Nevada climbing community.
For guests looking for a more challenging route, the Direct Route ascends the prominent prow that splits the North Face of Bear Creek Spire, combining steeper climbing with adventurous route-finding. Both routes come with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, high alpine lakes, and the rugged terrain of the high Sierra. Regardless of your route, Bear Creek Spire stands out as one of the most engaging climbs in the Sierra Nevada.
Charlotte Dome - 10,198ft
$1,895 Per Person
1:2 Guide to Guest Ratio
3 days / 2 nights
The South Face of Charlotte Dome is a classic Sierra Nevada climbing destination, offering long, smooth granite faces that at first glance appear impossible. Up close, the walls reveal abundant knobs, cracks, and natural texture, making the climb both engaging and highly satisfying. This route provides adventurous, multi-pitch climbing in a true wilderness setting, surrounded by the stunning high-country scenery of the Sierra Nevada. If you’re looking to test your technical skills, or just looking to enjoy a scenic alpine climb. Charlotte Dome should be on your list. It combines challenge, variety, and the unique beauty of California’s high Sierra for an unforgettable climbing experience that’s hard to match.
Mt Humphreys - 13,992ft
$1,395 Per Person
1:2 Guide to Guest Ratio
2 days / 1 night
Mount Humphreys rises dramatically above Paiute Pass in the Sierra Nevada, just west of Bishop, and is one of the most impressive peaks in California. This massive summit offers a true alpine climbing experience, with sweeping views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada area. The most accessible route is a Class 4 climb, suitable for those with basic rope skills and some prior alpine climbing experience. It’s a perfect objective for those looking to develop their technical abilities while also enjoying a classic Sierra Nevada climbing route and summit attempt. An ascent of Mount Humphreys provides not just a a challenging climb, but also an opportunity at joining some of California’s finest climbs and an experience that’s hard to beat in the high Sierra.