Marble Point
Peak · 2,661 ft · Yosemite corridor
Marble Point is a 2661-foot peak in Yosemite's high Sierra corridor, sitting above the glacially-carved terrain east of Highway 120. Wind and exposure define the place.
Marble Point catches afternoon wind funneling off the adjacent lake basin by mid-day. Morning hours stay calmer. Elevation of 2661 feet means temperatures run cooler than valley floor but warmer than higher passes. Expect variable conditions and plan for exposed terrain.
Over the last 30 days, Marble Point averaged a NoGo Score of 32.0 with wind at 6.0 mph and temperatures around 55.0 degrees Fahrenheit. The 30-day low score was 5.0 and the high reached 50.0. Coming week patterns show continued variability; watch for afternoon wind spikes and plan morning visits when conditions are most stable.
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About Marble Point
Marble Point sits at 2661 feet in the Yosemite corridor of California's Sierra Nevada, positioned east of Highway 120 near the upper Tuolumne watershed. The peak anchors a high-alpine saddle system with direct access from the Highway 120 corridor. Gateway towns include Lee Vining to the east (Highway 395) and Groveland to the west. Drive times from either town run 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on snow and seasonal road conditions. The peak sits within avalanche terrain; winter and spring approach requires current snowpack assessment from the Sacramento Avalanche Center.
Marble Point experiences a compressed seasonal cycle. Late spring through early autumn (May to September) brings the most stable weather, with temperatures typically in the 50 to 75 degree range and average wind around 6.0 mph. Winter snowpack is substantial; the location averages 43 to 75 degrees year-round with maximum wind gusts reaching 17.0 mph. The 30-day average crowding sits at 3.0, reflecting moderate foot traffic during the shoulder season. Early mornings offer calmer conditions before afternoon wind builds off the lake basin.
Marble Point suits climbers, peak-baggers, and backcountry skiers in winter who are comfortable with exposed alpine terrain and avalanche risk assessment. Summer and early autumn draw most traffic. Experienced visitors plan for afternoon wind; morning departs are standard. Parking is limited; arrive early on weekends or choose weekday visits. The peak sits in active avalanche terrain; check current instability flags and wet-slab potential during melt season. Exposure is real; whiteout conditions can occur rapidly in spring storm systems.
Nearby alternatives include the Cathedral Range peaks to the southwest and the eastern Sierra passes accessible from Highway 395. Marble Point sits higher and more exposed than Yosemite Valley locations but lower than peaks above 10,000 feet along the crest. Comparison to neighboring summits in the Tuolumne high country shows Marble Point as a moderate-elevation option for climbers seeking alpine exposure without extreme technical climbing. Winter and spring visitors should pair ascents with current avalanche advisories from the Sacramento Avalanche Center.