US State Highpoints

Submitted by pbakwin on Sun, 01/21/2018 - 03:21pm
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This is an open-course route connecting the highest point in each of the 50 United States. Here are the key things to know:

Luna Peak (WA)

Submitted by pbakwin on Sun, 01/21/2018 - 03:14pm
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Sean O'Rourke posted:

Pico de Orizaba (Mexico)

Submitted by pbakwin on Sun, 01/21/2018 - 03:04pm
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Orizaba (18,491') is the highest peak in Mexico and 3rd highest in North America. 

 

Update: Sea-to-Summit Route

The “Pico de Orizaba” is the highest peak in Mexico, standing at 5,636 meters above sea level (MASL). Located on the border between the states of Puebla and Veracruz, its summit offers extensive views across the country, including a glimpse of the Gulf of Mexico on the eastern horizon, with the largest coastal city being Veracruz, situated right along the Gulf.

Yushan "Jade Mountain" (Taiwan)

Submitted by pbakwin on Sun, 01/21/2018 - 02:37pm
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Frank Lenihan posted the route:

Yushan, at 3,952m (12,965ft), is Taiwan's tallest mountain. I climbed it twice using the classic two-day route, ascending from the west, climbing from the trailhead to Paiyun Lodge on day 1, and from Paiyun Lodge to the summit and back to the trailhead on day 2. For single-day ascents, most climbers spend 10-12 hours going up and down the mountain.