Record SL-818660 · Wikidata Q49029862
Foerster Peak
No list classifications
Elevation
3,676
m
12,061 ft
Prominence
139 m
Isolation
—
Coordinates
37.6900° N,
119.2909° W
Grid ref
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Contour figure · generated from position
Description
WikipediaFoerster Peak is a mountain, broadly east of the Half Dome area of Yosemite National Park. Foerster Peak is far, from any road, by over 10 miles (16 km). Foerster Peak was named for Lewis Foerster, US military who was on duty in Yosemite in 1895. From most directions, Foerster Peak is a class 2 climb; some are class 2—class 3.
First ascent
Date
1914
Norman Clyde
Source · wikipedia
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Ansel Adams | 3,605 m | NE 42° | 1.2 km |
| Long Mountain | 3,503 m | S 188° | 2.6 km |
| Electra Peak | 3,792 m | NE 58° | 3.2 km |
| Rodgers Peak | 3,956 m | NE 37° | 4.9 km |
Climbing routes
nearest first| Route | Area | Grade | From summit |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Arete via South East Ridge | Mt. Lyell | 1 | 5.7 km |
| Lyell Glacier | Mt. Lyell | 1- | 5.7 km |
| North Face | Mt. Ritter | 1- | 8.2 km |
| East Corner | Banner Peak | 5a | 8.5 km |
| North Arete | Banner Peak | 5a | 8.5 km |
| Northwest Glacier to Southeast Ridge | Banner Peak | 1- | 8.5 km |