Cathedral and Unicorn Peaks
These neighboring mountains are part of the Cathedral Range and are popular with mountain climbers.
Plan Around Cathedral and Unicorn Peaks
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Cathedral and Unicorn Peaks Details
Both of these mountains were named for their general appearance: Cathedral has a steep summit resembling a church spire, while Unicorn has a horn-shaped outline. At 10,911 feet, Cathedral is the slightly taller of the two. John Muir climbed to the summit of Cathedral in 1869, and both peaks are still a favorite destination for mountain-climbing enthusiasts today.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
Region
Tioga Road (Rt 120 East)
Nearby Parks Around Cathedral and Unicorn Peaks
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Cathedral and Unicorn Peaks
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Fairview Dome (T28)
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Tuolumne Meadows (T29)
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Pothole Dome
This granite dome gets its name from the distinctive holes carved out of its surface by glaciers.
