Jobs Sister
Peak · 10,823 ft · Lake Tahoe corridor
Jobs Sister is a 10,823-foot Sierra Nevada peak in the Lake Tahoe corridor, sitting east of the main crest. Wind-exposed and snow-laden in winter, it rewards calm mornings and demands avalanche awareness.
Jobs Sister catches strong afternoon wind funneling off the lake. Morning calm typically lasts until mid-morning; by afternoon, sustained gusts dominate. Snow persists well into spring at this elevation. Exposure increases hazard; descents demand solid snowpack assessment.
Over the past 30 days, Jobs Sister has averaged 11 mph wind and 36 degrees Fahrenheit, with scores fluctuating between 5 and 65. The week ahead reflects typical spring volatility at high elevation. Watch for afternoon wind spikes and rapid temperature swings that destabilize consolidating snowpack.
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About Jobs Sister
Jobs Sister rises 10,823 feet on the east side of the Lake Tahoe Sierra, roughly 15 miles south-southeast of Tahoe City via Highway 89. Access typically runs from the Spooner Summit area or via Highway 50 from the Carson Valley. The peak sits in avalanche terrain; SAC issues forecasts for the region. Low base popularity (0.2) means minimal summit traffic, but the climb demands serious alpine competence. Winter and spring approaches are snow-dependent; summer access is simpler but still exposed.
The 30-day average wind of 11 mph masks afternoon funneling off the lake that can spike to 23 mph. Temperature averages 36 degrees over the same window, but the annual range spans 20 to 52 degrees Fahrenheit, confirming Jobs Sister's extreme seasonality. Winter snowpack is substantial; spring consolidation is slow at this elevation. Crowds remain very low year-round (30-day average crowding of 2.0), a reflection of the peak's remoteness and technical demand. Late September through October offers the most stable window; summer is warmer but windier.
Jobs Sister suits experienced mountaineers, ski tourers in stable snow, and climbers comfortable with exposed scrambling above treeline. The avalanche terrain requires competent slope reading and a solid understanding of slab mechanics. Approach timing is critical: early-morning starts are non-negotiable in spring and summer to beat afternoon wind. Winter ascents demand a strong grasp of snowpack stability and crevasse rescue. Solo travel is riskier than a rope team. Most parties plan a dawn departure and expect to be off the peak by early afternoon.
The peak sits within a cluster of high Sierra summits accessible from US Highway 50 and Highway 89. Nearby Mount Tallac and peaks along the Tahoe crest offer less exposed alternatives when Jobs Sister conditions deteriorate. The Carson Valley approach via Spooner Summit provides a lower-traffic gateway compared to the Tahoe City side. Late-season (September into October) typically delivers the most reliable window before early-winter storms rebuild the snowpack.