Sentinel Rock

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Sentinel Rock is a granitic peak in Yosemite National Park, California, United States. It towers over Yosemite Valley, opposite Yosemite Falls.[1] Sentinel Rock lies Script error: No such module "convert". northwest of Sentinel Dome.

Geology

Sentinel Rock formed when masses of rock split off Yosemite Valley's south-side cliff, along steep joints trending nearly east–west. This formed the near-vertical north face of Sentinel Rock.[2]

Climbing

The most famous climbing route is the Steck-Salathé route, which is rated a Template:YDS A0.[3]

Climber Derek Hersey died while attempting to free solo climb Sentinel Rock in 1993.[4]

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See also

References

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