Climbing the NE Ridge of Bear Creek Spire in California

Follow AMGA-certified Single Pitch Instructor Ryan up the northeast ridge of Bear Creek Spire in the Sierra Nevadas and see the heart of California! This classic climb is perfect for anyone looking for practical experience on great rock.

+1 Day

Jun - Sep

High

Intermediate

Description

Enjoy a climbing experience straight out of a painting and follow me up the northeast ridge of Bear Creek Spire! Located in the incredible Sierra Nevadas, I will take you on a tour of California´s unending majesty!

This mountain stands at 13,713 feet, and can be enjoyed for its sporting features, its landscape, and simply its aesthetic beauty. It is set within the John Muir Wilderness and Inyo National Forest, home to some lush pine forests and pristine meadow flora.

This trad climb begins in the heart of the Sierra Nevadas. You will be exposed to the wonder of its nature from the trail to the rock, and it really is a unique program. You will pass Rock Creek Lake, taking in the Little Lakes Valley as we head to along the Mosquito Flats Trail.

The most popular route, and our route for this program, is the northeast ridge. It will offer some dynamic moves to your climb, which will captivate you whether you´re a seasoned veteran or more of a novice.

The northeast ridge of Bear Creek Spire is a low-5, Grade III climb, so while it doesn´t have any extremely difficult features, it does offer you a long climb for you to accustom yourself to alpine terrain. There are definitely moments of exposure, so you will undoubtedly feel a rush of adrenaline as you head to the top!

A seasoned climber or group will be able to complete this in a day, but I recommend a lengthier accommodation so you can really appreciate this magical place. I am very well-versed in the peaks and valleys here, so I can help you make the most out of your program and send you home with an unforgettable experience.

This is a great trip for someone looking to advance their skills as a climber and prepare themselves to reach their larger goals. A certain level of experience and a reasonable level of fitness are necessary to embark on this adventure.

Book NOW and take on Bear Creak Spire in all of its climbing glory! Conquer the northeast ridge on this thrilling trip!

I have a southern California program at Mt. Woodson for a less ambitious day of climbing. And I can also show you the epic Mt. Humphreys on a multi-day climb!

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Guiding fee

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Prices are per person, per day, for multiday trips. See below for single day prices.
The price includes the guiding fee.

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Contact me upon booking the trip and we can confirm a meeting location.

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The single day prices (USD) are as follows: Group of 1: 525 Group of 2: 375 Group of 3: 275 Group of 4: 200 Group of 5: 175 Group of 6: 150

About the guide

Ryan

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Single Pitch Instructor

I am the founder of Golden State Guiding and an AMGA Single Pitch Instructor.

I have been climbing all over California for over 10 years from Joshua Tree and the High Sierra and from Yosemite to Owen's River Gorge. I enjoy climbing in all its forms but alpine starts, long approaches and high elevation gains are my favorite. The grueling days and long routes of the Sierras are where my heart lies.

At Golden State Guiding, we hold a valid permit to guide you legally in California´s Sierras. Golden State Guiding has only professional Guides trained by the AMGA who know all the ins and outs in these mountains and we´ll take you to all the best spots!

These are some of the spots where we can take you:
- Joshua Tree
- San Diego (Mission Gorge, Mount Woodson)
- Eastern Sierra (Lone Pine Peak, Mt Humphrey’s, Mt Emerson, Mount Sill, Bear Creek Spire, Laurel Mountain, Temple Crag, Crystal Crag, Cardinal Pinnacle, Iris Slab, Mammoth Lakes Basin, Clark Canyon)
- Red Rock

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