California’s 14ers

California Fourteener Initiative
Ascent all California’s 14,000 ft. Peaks

2-4 days / 1-3 nights / Cost: $645.00 to $895.00

Sierra Nevada Aerial With 14 mountains over 14,000 ft. California has one of the largest concentrations of high peaks in the country. These mountains make up what is considered some of the most classic alpine climbs in the world. Though some are not technically hard all are physically demanding, and all are worth the effort. From the rocky slopes of Mt Langley, to the mixed ice and snow of the North Palisade and largest glaciers of Mt Shasta, California has it all.
SWS Mountain Guides climbs them all and so can you!
As one of only two companies permitted to guide all of California’s 14,000 ft. peaks we offer the “Fourteener Initiative”. By contacting our office we can help you establish a plan to climb these high peaks in an order that progressively builds your skills as a mountain climber. Sign up for two or more climbs in one season and receive 10% off your guided climbs as well as discounts on rentals for Shasta climbs.  Take the initiative and climb all of the California 14ers.
Scheduling Technical Climbs: You can schedule a Technical Peak Climb & SWS Mountain Guides will advertise your selected date for a second qualified climber. If no other climbers are scheduled or books your date. You have the option to cancel and receive a full refund* or climb with your guide at the single rate. *Mt. Whitney Technical Climbs require a $250.00 cancellation fee during the Summer Season July 4th-September 2nd.
Additional Dates: Available with 2 or more – regular prices or by private arrangement.

California Fourteener's Options:
Peak C:G Route Days Cost
Mt. Whitney (14.505 ft.) 3:1 Mountaineer's Route 4th Class 3 Days Cost: $750.00
   2:1 East Face or East Buttress 5.4-5.6 III 3 Days Cost: $825.00
Mt. Williamson (14.375 ft.) 3:1 West Face 3rd Class 3 Days Cost: $750.00
    2:1 Long & Twisted Rib 5.6 III 3 Days Cost: $825.00
North Palisade (14.242 ft.) 2:1 U-Notch 5.6 AI 3 3 Days Cost: $825.00
Keeler Needle (14.239 ft.) 3:1 via Mountaineer's Route 4th Class 3 Days Cost: $825.00
Mt. Sill (14.153 ft) 2:1 Swiss Arete 5.7 III 3 Days Cost: $825.00
   3:1 North Couloir 4th Class III 3 Days Cost: $750.00
Mt. Russell (14.153 ft) 3:1 East Ridge 4th Class 3 Days Cost: $750.00
   2:1 Fish Hook Arete 5.9 III 3 Days Cost: $825.00
Polemonium Peak (14.080 ft) 2:1 U-Notch 5.6 AI 3 3 Days Cost: $825.00
  2:1 V-Notch 60* WI III 3 Days Cost: $825.00
Split Mountain (14.042 ft) 4:1 North Ridge 3rd Class 3 Days Cost: $595.00
Mt. Langley (14.022 ft.) 4:1 South Ridge 3rd Class 3 Days Cost: $595.00
Mt. Tyndall (14.019 ft.) 3:1 North Ridge 4th Class 3 Days Cost: $795.00
Middle Palisade (14.012 ft.) 3:1 East Face 3 Days Cost: $750.00
Mt.Muir (14.011 ft.) 2:1 East Face 3 Days Cost: $750.00
Thunderbolt Peak (14.003 ft.) 2:1 Northwest Ridge 3 Days Cost: $825.00
Mt. Shasta (14.179 ft.) 3-4:1 Multiple Routes Available 2-5 Days Cost: $495-895.00

California 14ers Climbing Gallery