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13,195 ft · Sierra Nevada, California
Striped Mountain
Striped Mountain is a 13,195 ft peak in the Sierra Nevada, California. The standard route is the Northeast Slope from Taboose Pass: 22 mi, 7,850 ft of gain, Class 2.
Photo: David Bakken, CC BY-SA 2.5
Striped Mountain at a glance
- Elevation13,195 ft4,021 m
- RouteNortheast Slope from Taboose PassClass 2
- Distance22 mi7,850 ft gain
- Time2 daysVery Hard effort
- SeasonJul – Sep
- RangeSierra NevadaCalifornia
Climbing the Northeast Slope from Taboose Pass
From US 395 about 12 miles south of Big Pine, turn west on Aberdeen Station Road and follow the rough Taboose Creek Road about 6 miles to the Taboose Pass trailhead; high clearance helps. The trail climbs a hot, shadeless canyon with a stream crossing that can be dangerous in early summer. Just below Taboose Pass, head southeast into the cirque between Striped Mountain and Goodale Mountain and climb the Class 2 northeast slope of colorful, loose rock to the top. An Inyo National Forest wilderness permit is required overnight. The 2026 Rock Fire closed this trailhead, so check Inyo National Forest alerts before going.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (55–75 L)
Hiking Boots
Water
Offline Maps
Headlamp
Satellite Communicator
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Emergency Bivy
What to watch for
- Dry conditions
- Stream crossing
- Loose rock
- High altitude
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Striped Mountain?
Striped Mountain is 13,195 feet (4,021 m) tall. It is in the Sierra Nevada, California.
How hard is it to hike Striped Mountain?
The Northeast Slope from Taboose Pass is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort very hard: 22 miles with 7,850 feet of elevation gain.
How many days does it take to climb Striped Mountain?
Most climbers plan 2 days for the Northeast Slope from Taboose Pass, with at least one night on the mountain.
Can a beginner hike Striped Mountain?
The Northeast Slope from Taboose Pass needs no climbing skills, but it is a very hard trip: 22 miles with 7,850 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
Do you need to acclimatize to climb Striped Mountain?
Most people feel the altitude above 8,000 feet, and Striped Mountain reaches 13,195 feet. Spend a night or two at elevation first, drink plenty of water and turn back if a headache, nausea or dizziness gets worse.
When is the best time to hike Striped Mountain?
The usual hiking window is July to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Striped Mountain with Yak
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