Red Peak
Receives its name for the red coloration of the rock.
Plan Around Red Peak
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Red Peak Details
Red Peak has an elevation of 11,699 feet and is located in Yosemite's Clark Range. It receives its name for the red coloration of the rock. It is easily seen from Glacier Point and Clark Range Viewpoint on Glacier Point Road. It is surrounded by beautiful alpine lakes and offers rewarding summit views to the adventurous hiker.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Red Peak
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1.5 mi away
Gray Peak
Gray Peak is located in the middle of Yosemite's Clark Range.
1.5 mi away
Merced Peak
Merced Peak is the highest point in the Clark Range with an elevation of 11,726 feet.
3.1 mi away
Mount Clark
It is named for Galen Clark, an early explorer and the first guardian of Yosemite National Park.
5.8 mi away
Merced Lake Camp
A remote tent camp nestled by Merced Lake, offering a rustic overnight experience deep within Yosemite's backcountry.
6.8 mi away
Mount Starr King
A peak named for Thomas Starr King, a Unitarian preacher and political activist.
