Merced Peak View (G3)
Merced Peak is located close to the southern border of Yosemite National Park.
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Merced Peak View (G3) Details
Straight ahead of this viewpoint is Merced Peak. With an elevation of 11,726 feet, it is the highest point in the Clark Range, just surpassing three other peaks; Red Peak (11,699 feet), Gray Peak (11,573 feet), and Mount Clark (11,522 feet). Merced Peak is located close to the southern border of Yosemite National Park, near the Ottoway Lakes and at the headwaters of the Merced River. The summit can be approached from the Quartz Mountain Trailhead over Chiquito Pass or from the Mono Meadows Trailhead or Glacier Point Trailhead, both located on Glacier Point Road. **Roadside marker: G3**
Difficulty
Low
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Region
Glacier Point Road
Nearby Parks Around Merced Peak View (G3)
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Merced Peak View (G3)
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0.1 mi away
Dewey Point
Visitors come here from around the world to enjoy panoramic views of the Yosemite Valley and El Capitan.
0.2 mi away
Westfall Meadow
This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a meadow without many other people, if you can find it.
0.3 mi away
Dewey Point
This long, but moderate, trail heads up the north side of Yosemite Valley's granite canyon walls.
0.3 mi away
McGurk Meadow
A wonderful place to refresh your senses, especially in summer when the meadow abounds with wildflowers.
0.4 mi away
Bridalveil Creek Campground (G4)
Due to its high elevation and smaller crowds, this is a popular summertime campground.
