West Face Route

GPTKB entity

Statements (61)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:trail
gptkbp:climb_rate gptkb:stock_market_index
June to September
required
late spring to early fall
helmets recommended
multiple access points available
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
YDS 5.7
best to climb with a partner
exposed ledges
part of Mount Whitney climbing lore
part of Sierra climbing culture
recommended for intermediate climbers
requires basic rock climbing skills
weather changes quickly
gptkbp:difficulty 5.7
gptkbp:drivetrain standard climbing gear
gptkbp:elevation approximately 1,500 feet
gptkbp:features exposed sections
gptkbp:first_ascent gptkb:1970
Bob Kamps and others
gptkbp:geographical_feature gptkb:item
gptkbp:highest_point gptkb:Mount_Whitney
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label West Face Route
gptkbp:is_a_route_for challenging
includes several pitches
gptkbp:is_popular_in experienced climbers
gptkbp:length approximately 1,200 feet
gptkbp:located_in gptkb:Mount_Whitney
gptkbp:module 1-2 hours
via the East Face
gptkbp:notable_features crux pitch
gptkbp:philosophy 2-3 hours
via the Mount Whitney Trail
gptkbp:provides_access_to moderate
requires a permit
gptkbp:safety_features rockfall risk
gptkbp:scenic_views Eastern Sierra
gptkbp:season summer
gptkbp:tour gptkb:Whitney_Portal
gptkbp:training nearby camping areas
gptkbp:type rock climbing
gptkbp:weather_conditions variable
gptkbp:wildlife mountain goats
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Nanga_Parbat
gptkb:Dhaulagiri
gptkb:Gasherbrum_II
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4