Sunrise light on granite above a hazy valley, from the Olancha Peak video.

Olancha Peak, Eastern Sierra (SPS)

Solo backpack via Olancha Pass Trailhead and Haiwee Pass. Camped off the PCT north of Cow Creek. A truly stunning summit and, excepting the hot ascent up the eastern canyon from Owens Valley, a very pleasant route.

Oblique satellite-relief map showing the marked Gaia route from Olancha Pass Trailhead to Olancha Peak and back.

Summit: 12,123 ft.

Total distance: 18.8 mi

Elevation gain: 6,740 ft.

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