The electrifying summit of Thunderbolt Peak (14,003 ft.)

Palisades 5 Day
The Palisade region boasts the biggest glaciers in the Sierra. The Palisades are packed with alpine peaks that you would expect to find in parts of the European Alps. With six summits over 14,000’ you’ll see why mountaineers drool over the Palisades.  The likes of Norman Clyde, Jules Eichorn, and Glen Dawson spent loads of time climbing and exploring in this area.  

On our five day program you will climb several of the ranges breathtaking peaks.  Each climb has distinctive challenges but all of them require good all around skills (rock, ice, snow), and good physical condition. Some examples of peaks we may climb are: Temple Crag, Mt, Gayley, Mt. Sill, Polemonium, North Palisade, Starlight, and Thinderbolt Peak.

Looking for a longer trip- check out our 7 day program!

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Trip Report 2011