Mount Patterson in Sweetwater Mountains

[OverlandHiker]

I am thinking about exploring Mount Patterson later this summer. My understanding is that this is the highest peak in CA that you can drive to.

Here is a nice video showing one route to the top.


Looking on the map I have, it appears that there are a couple different routes. I’m looking for advice on the best route to take. Has anyone been up there in the past few years?

Thanks

— Bennett


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[RedRob]

Did you ever make it up there? I'm headed that way tomorrow. Never been before. If I'm a good little member I'll post something, but don't hold your breath. I usually wimp out on making trip reports or videos.

 

[OverlandHiker]

I have not been yet. It is in my short list of places to try and get to before winter arrives. Anything you can share after your trip would be appreciated.

Cheers

— Bennett

 

[RedRob]

Well, it seems to have been on fire. At least there was a fire close by and the roads to it were closed. So another time, perhaps.

 

[GX470er]

Just got back from Mount Patterson

 

[RedRob]

I forgot about this thread! I did make it up there, I have no idea when it was. It was pretty cool. Extremely clear when I was there so the view was spectacular. There’s one switchback near the top that was kind of hairy for me, but I have a Tacoma double cab long bed so my wheelbase is longer than a lot of people. Other than that not an especially challenging trail as I recall. I recommend it.

 

[GX470er]

I forgot about this thread! I did make it up there, I have no idea when it was. It was pretty cool. Extremely clear when I was there so the view was spectacular. There’s one switchback near the top that was kind of hairy for me, but I have a Tacoma double cab long bed so my wheelbase is longer than a lot of people. Other than that not an especially challenging trail as I recall. I recommend it.

Nice! Loved the scenery