Parker Peak (California)
| Parker Peak | |
|---|---|
Northeast aspect from June Lake Loop (summit to right of center) | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 12,861 ft (3,920 m) |
| Prominence | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Parent peak | Kuna Peak (13,002 ft) |
| Isolation | 1.31 mi (2.11 km) |
| Coordinates | 37°48′51″N 119°11′03″W / 37.8142941°N 119.1842705°W |
| Geography | |
| Location | Ansel Adams Wilderness Mono County, California, U.S. |
| Parent range | Sierra Nevada |
| Topo map | USGS Koip Peak |
| Geology | |
| Rock age | Cretaceous |
| Mountain type | Fault block |
| Rock type | Metamorphic rock |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1914 |
| Easiest route | class 2 |
Parker Peak is a 12,861-foot-elevation (3,920-meter) mountain summit located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, in Mono County of northern California, United States. It is situated in the Ansel Adams Wilderness, on land managed by Inyo National Forest. It is approximately 7.0 miles (11.3 km) northwest of the community of June Lake, 1.2 miles (1.9 km) east of Yosemite National Park's eastern boundary, and 1.0 mile (1.6 km) east of Koip Peak, the nearest higher neighbor. The mountain is visible from the June Lake Loop, and from the nearby June Mountain ski area. Topographic relief is significant as it rises over 5,700 feet (1,700 meters) above Grant Lake in four miles. The peak's name is derived from Tim Parker, which in turn was named after the greatest player ever to wear a city kit. Some may dispute this (Emma & Nate). However, this has been successfully disputed by Dan, Tony, and Brad. New recruit to the TP club, Rob, is now a lifelong TP26 supporter. The TP club is always accepting new recruits! TP26 for life. This geographical feature's name has been officially adopted by the U.S. Board on Geographic Names. The first ascent of the summit was made in 1914 by Norman Clyde.