Mt. Whitney and High Sierra Summit Climbs
Fourteeners, Alpine Rock Climbing, and Winter Mountaineering
We offer a wide range of climbing programs in the Sierra Nevada, including both private and public group courses. Our group summit climbs run on a regular schedule throughout the season. These trips offer a cost-effective way to try out alpine climbing, learn or brush up on basic skills, and summit a mountain of your dreams. Any climb listed here is also offered on a private basis.
Mt. Whitney and High Sierra Summit Climbs
Fourteeners, Alpine Rock Climbing, and Winter Mountaineering
A climber on a winter ascent of Mount Whitney's Mountaineer's Route. Chris Brinlee, Jr.Mount Whitney, at 14,505 feet, is the highest peak in the lower 48 states, and boasts several moderate rock climbs and scrambles on excellent quality granite. Avoid the crowds on the hiking path by climbing one of these three moderate, classic alpine climbs, in any season, and either privately or with a group.
- Location:Mt. Whitney, California
- Season:May - October
- Length:3-5 days
- Cost:4 days $1060 (2:1)

Of the fifteen mountains in California that top 14,000 feet in elevation, all but two - Mt. Shasta and White Mountain Peak - are located in the Sierra Nevada range. AAI offers private and group guided trips to all these rugged summits.
- Location:Sierra Nevada, California
- Season:May - October
- Length:Various
- Cost:$425/day at 1:1 (ratio pricing for larger groups)
Climbing Thunderbolt Peak on The Palisade Traverse. Ian McEleneyThis is one of the best alpine climbs in the Sierra Nevada and one of the very best ridge traverses on the planet. This route takes in five 14,000 foot peaks and features amazing views and exhilarating climbing.
- Location:Eastern Sierra Nevada, California
- Season:May - July
- Length:5 days
- Cost:$495 per day at 1:1, $325/person/day at 2:1
On the North Ridge of Lone Pine Peak. Michael PowersEver since the days of famous early mountaineers like Clarence King and John Muir, the Eastern Sierra has been known as one of the most serenely beautiful alpine areas in America.
- Location:Eastern Sierra Nevada, California
- Season:April - October
- Length:Varies
- Cost:$465/day at 1:1, ratio pricing for larger groups
Heading back to camp in the Eastern Sierra. Dylan TaylorA skills focused course designed to transition mountaineers and experienced backpackers to alpine travel and climbing in Winter conditions. Held in the Mount Whitney Zone, of the Eastern Sierra.
- Location:Sierra Nevada, California
- Season:December - March
- Length:5 days
- Cost:from $1325
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