Record SL-817615 · Wikidata Q49041307
Kern Peak
No list classifications
Elevation
3,499
m
11,480 ft
Prominence
780 m
Isolation
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Coordinates
36.3085° N,
118.2878° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaKern Peak is a mountain peak in Tulare County, California, in the southern Sierra Nevada. At 11,510 ft (3,508 m) in elevation and about 2,560 ft (780 m) of prominence, it is the 49th most prominent peak in California. It is west of Olancha Peak, which is in the same mountain range. The climb to the summit involves a long hike from any trailhead. The best time to climb the mountain is May to October.
First ascent
Date
1924
William Horsfall and C. Laughlin
Source · wikipedia
Best months
Hiking score 0–100 · 10-yr climate averagesRows beneath each bar: mean temperature, monthly precipitation. Highest-scoring month in red.
Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Rocks | 3,243 m | W 277° | 4.2 km |
| Indian Head | 2,742 m | S 175° | 4.5 km |
Routes of ascent
| Route | Network | Distance | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kern Peak Trail | lwn | 8.5 km | — |