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The amazing South Face of Clyde bathed in morning light .

Clyde Minaret (12,281')
When you are standing at the Minaret summit overlook it's obvious why Clyde is the the king of the Minarets.  The aesthetic South Face towers over the range like a light house guiding you to crack climbing heaven. There is no question why Clyde's South Face is one of North America's 50 classic climbs.  Comprised of Quartz Monzonite the cracks and face are very steep and offer great jamming and exposure. Clyde is simply one of the best climbs of its grade in the Sierra.

Trip Itinerary | Prerequisites | Additional Information

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TRIP ITINERARY: Clyde Minaret

DAY 1

 

Meet for a gear check and hike up to our base camp location at Minaret Lake(9,850').

DAY 2

 

 

Climb the South Face of Clyde to the Summit. Descend and sleep at high camp.

DAY 3

 

Descend to the trail head (7,600').

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Prerequisites:

  • Prior wilderness camping experience

  • Excellent physical fitness and stamina

  • Prior multi-pitch climbing experience to 5.8, and comfortable climbing 5.9 at altitude

  • Experience at altitudes above 10,000’

  • Prior ice ace and crampon use (conditions dependent)

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TRIP DETAILS

Dates:

Custom Dates

Trip Length:
3 days

Trip Difficulty:
Level 2.5

Cost:
Custom Pricing

Recommended Prior Local Climbs:

Mt. Whitney East Buttress

Mt. Russell Fishhook Arete

Cardinal Pinnacle

Recommended Follow-up Climbs:
Third Pillar of Mt. Dana      Mt. Russell- Mithral DihedralIncredible Hulk- Red Dihedral