The Palisades is the most alpine subrange in the Sierra Nevada and contains some of the Sierra's highest peaks, its largest glacier, and most stunning scenery. It is a Mecca for trad climbers, ice climbers, backpackers, and a few scramblers who seek …

The Palisades (or the Palisade Group) are a group of peaks in the central part of the Sierra Nevada in the U.S. state of California. They are located about 12 miles (19 km) southwest of the town of Big Pine, California .

In the Palisades one will find the highest concentration of alpine mountaineering in the state of California and the largest southernmost glacier. Excellent fishing, hiking and sightseeing opportunities. A pack train heads into this area. Ski mountaineering. Spring, summer and fall the road is open. Winter accessibility via road depends on snow.

On this intensive 5-day Palisades climbing tirp we attempt three to five of the major fourteeners in the Palisades region from the West Side via quicker rock climbing routes while avoiding the tedious ice routes up the East Side.

1 day ago · As our three-generational family with baby in tow pulls into Palisades Tahoe, a premier mountain resort in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, after a three-hour drive from Sonoma we are greeted with the Olympic flame – a reminder of having hosted the 1960 Olympics when this cherished ski destination was called Squaw Valley.

At the heart of the Palisades region in the Sierra is a ridgeline containing five peaks above 14,000’/4267m: Mt. Sill, Polemonium Peak, North Palisade Peak, Starlight, and Thunderbolt Peak. We offer this trip in a 3-day, 4-day, and 5-day options. On the 3-day version we can summit between 1-3 peaks.

The Palisade Traverse is an ultimate climb for Sierra Nevada alpine enthusiasts. This iconic route conquers five of California’s magnificent 14,000 ft peaks – Thunderbolt, Starlight, North Palisade, Polemonium, and Mt Sill – in one remarkable push.

Climb the Palisades from Palisade Basin on the Southwest side in a 5-day itinerary! This approach takes you to the most rugged and glaciated part of the High Sierra for classic, technical alpine climbing.

Experience the thrill of a lifetime at our Palisades Mountaineering Camp, situated in the most breathtaking alpine climbing area of the Sierra Nevada. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the range, adorned with the highest concentration of majestic 14,000 ft. mountains in the entire Sierra Nevada region.

Sep 30, 2018 · The Palisades were named by Josiah Whitney, the chief of the California Geological Survey and are the highest stretch along the entire Sierra range with several “14ers”. North Palisade in the 3rd highest in the Sierra and 4th highest mountain in CA at 14,249'.