California's Best High Country Climbs! The Sierra Nevada is a vast mountain range composed of numerous soaring granite peaks, forming the tallest range in the contiguous United States. With extensive canyons, drainages, glaciers, lakes and meadows, the High Sierra beauty is breathtaking and playground for alpine climbers. This second edition of High Sierra Climbs documents over 40 of the best climbing routes, including the classic ones, adventurous ridge traverses and popular alpine and snow climbing. Fourteen brand new routes. complete with topos, diagrams, and descriptions to enhance your climbing experience.