Half Dome (Regular NW Face)
23-pitch big-wall — 5.9 C1 or 5.12a free.
Where on earth
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- Region
- California, USA
- Country
- Worldwide
- Biome
- Sierra granite (2,700 m)
- Best season
- May – October
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Winter Camping
- Skiing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Sierra granite (2,700 m)
- Best season: May – October
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
23-pitch big-wall — 5.9 C1 or 5.12a free.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – October
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Sierra granite (2,700 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Worldwide
Biome
Sierra granite (2,700 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Half Dome (Regular NW Face) trip tools
Popular pursuits at Half Dome (Regular NW Face)
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
- Winter Camping
Cold-season travel and camp craft; layering matters more than mileage.
- Skiing
Ski-touring access when the road closes for the season.
