Climbing California's Fourteeners: Hiking the State’s 15 Peaks Over 14,000 Feet (Climbing Mountains Series)

From the southernmost peak of Mt. Langley to Mt. Shasta in the north, California’s fifteen peaks of 14,000 feet or more are some of the most challenging and beautiful mountains in the country. Over the past decade the rise of endurance activities (including obstacle racing) and the popularity of reality television have increased the popularity of these daunting climbs (California’s Fourteeners have been featured on The Amazing Race, Man vs. Wild, and Django Unchained). No matter the skill level, this book will lay out the plans and logistics to allow every climber a positive experience. Each of the mountains will be broken down based on the technical skills needed, a recommended list of gear and equipment, how to prepare for rapidly changing weather and trail conditions, and a general timeframe needed to reach each summit. Taking on one of California's fourteeners is becoming a pilgrimage for California residents and its visitors. While more people than ever are hiking them, there's still a dearth of good information about each mountain and its surrounding areas. Climbing California's Fourteeners fills that gap by informing adventurers-from the freshly-booted novice to the grizzled mountaineer-about each of California's 15 mountains that top out at over 14,000 feet "Climbing California's Fourteeners informs adventurers about each of California's 15 mountains that top out at over 14,000 feet"-- Provided by publisher