Statements (60)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:climbers
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gptkbp:access |
moderate
requires a permit |
gptkbp:access_points |
multiple access points available
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gptkbp:climbing_ability |
June to September
available required late spring to early fall helmets recommended leave no trace local guides available trad climbing best in dry weather guidebooks available well-known among climbers multi-pitch climbing popular among local climbers via established trails featured in climbing festivals requires various techniques annual climbing meet high altitude sickness possible best to climb with a partner exposed ledges part of Mount Whitney climbing lore recommended for intermediate climbers requires basic rock climbing skills weather changes quickly |
gptkbp:climbing_traditions |
part of Sierra climbing culture
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gptkbp:difficulty_levels |
5.7
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gptkbp:elevation |
approximately 1,500 feet
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gptkbp:features |
exposed sections
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gptkbp:first_ascent |
gptkb:1970
Bob Kamps and others |
gptkbp:gearbox |
standard climbing gear
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gptkbp:geological_features |
gptkb:granite
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West Face Route
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gptkbp:is_popular_in |
experienced climbers
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gptkbp:length |
approximately 1,200 feet
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gptkbp:located_in |
gptkb:Mount_Whitney
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gptkbp:module |
1-2 hours
via the East Face |
gptkbp:notable_features |
crux pitch
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gptkbp:philosophy |
2-3 hours
via the Mount Whitney Trail |
gptkbp:rock_climbing_grade |
YDS 5.7
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gptkbp:route |
challenging
includes several pitches |
gptkbp:safety |
rockfall risk
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gptkbp:scenic_views |
Eastern Sierra
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gptkbp:season |
summer
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gptkbp:summit |
gptkb:Mount_Whitney
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gptkbp:trails |
gptkb:Whitney_Portal
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gptkbp:training_programs |
nearby camping areas
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gptkbp:type |
rock climbing
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gptkbp:weather_conditions |
variable
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gptkbp:wildlife |
mountain goats
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Dhaulagiri
gptkb:Gasherbrum_II |
gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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