El Capitan - Wikipedia
El Capitan is composed almost entirely of a pale, coarse-grained granite approximately 100 MYA (million years old). In addition to El Capitan, this granite forms most of the rock features of the western portions of Yosemite Valley. A separate intrusion of igneous rock, the Taft Granite, forms the uppermost portions of the cliff face.
El Capitan | Climb El Capitan | Yosemite Mariposa County
El Capitan’s iconic granite walls dominate the west end of Yosemite Valley. At more than 3,000 feet (900+ m) above the valley floor, it is 2.5 times as tall as the Empire State Building, or more than 3 times as high as the top of the Eiffel Tower.
Free Solo Climber Alex Honnold Ascends Yosemite's El Capitan …
2018年10月3日 · YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CALIFORNIA—Renowned rock climber Alex Honnold on Saturday became the first person to scale the iconic nearly 3,000-foot granite wall known as El Capitan without...
Climbing El Capitan | El Capitan Routes | What You Need to Know
2024年5月25日 · Explore the ultimate guide to climbing El Capitan with essential tips and insights into El Capitan routes. Get all you need to know for an epic ascent. Gain valuable insights into route selection, gear essentials, safety measures, and insider tips from seasoned climbers.
Salathé Wall - Wikipedia
The Salathé Wall is one of the original big wall climbing routes up El Capitan, a 3,000-foot (900 m) high granite monolith in Yosemite National Park. The Salathé Wall was named by Yvon Chouinard in honor of John Salathé, a pioneer of rock climbing in Yosemite.
El Capitan – Yosemite Valley, USA - Wired For Adventure
2013年10月16日 · El Capitan – Yosemite Valley, USA. Height: 2,308m Wall prominence: 900m. The Southwest face of El Capitan rises a massive 900m from its base in Yosemite Valley. That’s nearly three times as high as the Eiffel Tower.
El Capitan - Yosemite's Incredible Granite Dome
2024年2月26日 · These towering granite walls draw rock climbers, photographers and visitors looking for a dose of awe. Coming into Yosemite Valley from the west, El Capitan’s magnificent face dominates the landscape. Rising more than 3,000 feet above the valley floor, its magnitude is palpable when you stand underneath it.
Rock Formations in Yosemite Valley - U.S. National Park Service
El Capitan, rising over 3,000 feet above the floor of Yosemite Valley, is a favorite for experienced rock climbers. El Capitan is opposite Bridalveil Fall and is best seen from the roads in western Yosemite Valley, including Tunnel View, Bridalveil Fall area, and El Capitan Meadow.
The Birthplace and Soul of Big Wall Climbing - Yosemite National …
2024年11月14日 · El Capitan, one of the most iconic rock formations in the world and renowned for its towering granite face and challenging routes, attracts climbers from around the world every year. Standing...
El Capitan | Yosemite, Height, Map, & Facts | Britannica
2024年11月20日 · El Capitan, mountain in Yosemite National Park, east-central California. One of the park’s most notable landmarks, the granite monolith features nearly vertical walls and towers some 3,600 feet over the western end of Yosemite Valley.