Pyramid Peak (California) Explained

Pyramid Peak
Elevation Ft:9985
Elevation Ref:[1]
Prominence Ft:2583
Prominence Ref:[2]
Location:El Dorado County, California, U.S.
Map:California
Map Size:240
Label Position:below
Range:Sierra Nevada
Coordinates:38.845°N -120.1579°W
Topo:USGS Pyramid Peak
Easiest Route:Scramble,

Pyramid Peak is a mountain in the California's Sierra Nevada in the Crystal Range to the west of Lake Tahoe. It is the highest point in the Desolation Wilderness.[2] With an elevation gain of almost 4100feet, the Rocky Canyon route is the mountain's most popular approach although it is very arduous. To the east, at the base of the peak, lies Pyramid Lake.

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Notes and References

  1. JS3933 . Pyramid . 2009-08-14.
  2. 2569 . Pyramid Peak, California . 2009-08-14.