Double Rock
Peak · 9,783 ft · Yosemite corridor
Double Rock is a 9783 ft peak in the Yosemite Sierra Nevada corridor, sitting above the high country east of the valley. Exposed ridgeline with avalanche terrain; snow lingers longer here than at lower elevations.
Wind accelerates across the exposed summit and ridgeline; afternoon gusts are routine. Temperature stays well below freezing through spring. Morning calm windows are brief and narrow. Snowpack stability demands care through early summer.
Over the past 30 days, Double Rock averaged a NoGo Score of 31 with temperatures holding around 31 degrees Fahrenheit and wind averaging 9 mph. The week ahead will track similar patterns, with wind gusts climbing toward 29 mph in the afternoons. Use the chart below to spot calmer mornings and watch for temperature swings as snowpack consolidates.
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About Double Rock
Double Rock sits at 9783 feet in the Yosemite corridor's high Sierra. Access requires a high-clearance vehicle and approach via Highway 120 from the west or Highway 395 from the east, depending on seasonal road status. The peak sits in avalanche terrain; winter and spring ascents demand current avalanche forecasts from the Sierra Avalanche Center. Base popularity is low, which means fewer established trails and minimal crowds; plan for unmarked or snow-buried terrain.
The 30-day rolling temperature averages 31 degrees Fahrenheit, with year-round extremes from 18 to 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Wind averages 9 mph but gusts reach 29 mph, particularly in afternoon hours when thermal heating drives air up the eastern slope. Spring brings rapid snowpack consolidation; early summer sees lingering wet-slab avalanche risk. Summer afternoons bring afternoon thunderstorms and wind. Fall offers the most stable snow-free window.
Double Rock suits experienced mountaineers and climbers comfortable with routefinding, exposure, and avalanche terrain. Parties typically plan for dawn starts to beat afternoon wind and use morning light to assess snowpack. Parking is minimal; plan to hike or ski in from nearby trailheads. The exposed ridgeline offers no shelter; bring layers, navigation gear, and avalanche rescue equipment in winter and spring.
Nearby peaks in the Yosemite corridor include Lyell and Maclure to the north, both similar in elevation and avalanche exposure. Double Rock's lower traffic and more technical terrain make it a backcountry alternative to the popular valley approach routes. Access from the Highway 395 side offers a steeper, less-traveled eastern aspect; reconnaissance of current snow conditions is essential before committing to any approach.