Keeler Needle Climber's Log

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McCannster

McCannster - Aug 29, 2022 8:52 am Date Climbed: Aug 27, 2022

via Harding Route  Sucess!

13.5 hours roundtrip from moraine bivy at base of east face via Harding Route.

philadendron

philadendron - Aug 28, 2017 1:45 pm Date Climbed: Aug 24, 2017

From the trail  Sucess!

Scrambled up after the Whitney summit. Couldn't remember if it was Keeler or Crooks with the sketchy step-across, but found out real quick it was Keeler. Honestly, it's not that bad, and perhaps the creepier part is being up on that summit block with nothing on almost all sides of you. Snapped a few photos, then got off of there. You wouldn't think twice of the "move" required to get on and off if it weren't so exposed, so keeping that in mind helped me get up and down. Totally worth it for the unique views, including an awesome shot of Pinnacle Ridge looking like a dragon's back.

CWessels

CWessels - Sep 5, 2016 3:15 pm Date Climbed: Sep 4, 2016

From Whitney Trail  Sucess!

Short scramble from the trail. Mostly un-eventful; just a peak bag w/o much appeal beside its proximity to Whitney.

Fairweather

Fairweather - Oct 18, 2015 12:38 pm Date Climbed: Jul 28, 2002

Harding Route   Sucess!

Great route in a spectacular location.
With Tim from a small tarn below Iceberg Lake.

bechtt

bechtt - Apr 25, 2015 5:36 pm Date Climbed: Oct 27, 2006

From Main Trail  Sucess!

diversion off the main trail

cdog

cdog - Aug 31, 2014 1:04 pm Date Climbed: Aug 27, 2014

worth it  Sucess!

this is one of the more spectacular summits in the Sierras. I am glad we took the time to visit. Summit day was warm, clear, and calm, so I couldnt help but sit atop and dangle my feet off the edge, enjoying the view that included our base camp thousands of feet below.

David Mortensen

David Mortensen - Jul 11, 2013 7:27 pm Date Climbed: Jul 9, 2013

Keeler  Sucess!

I went up this after doing Whitney. The view from the top was a bit scary, especially because I was a little light-headed. A fun side trip.

trexkerry - Jun 30, 2013 4:49 pm Date Climbed: Jun 28, 2013

Whitney and Muir but no Keeler

Dayhike via the MW Trail - second time up Whitney. After summiting went up Keeler Needle to the final couple of rocks before backing off then bagged Mt. Muir on the way back. Turned around at same spot on Keeler last year...I know that last rock isn't that hard but that exposure is crazy! Maybe next time I'll finally get it. Trip report at http://www.mountainhiker.org/trip_report.aspx?id=95

Deb

Deb - Jun 14, 2013 12:37 pm Date Climbed: Jun 13, 2013

Something other than Whitney!  Sucess!

With 25+mph winds and sub-freezing temps, Heather and I hiked from Consultation Lake and tagged Keeler and Muir from the Main Trail. Interesting but holy shit do I get sick of everyone asking if we got to "the top." TOP OF WHAT?!

scgrant

scgrant - May 20, 2013 1:54 pm Date Climbed: May 18, 2013

Keeler Needle  Sucess!

Made the quick 15 minute side trip to Keeler on the way to Mount Whitney. Unbelievable exposure and incredible views. Could only stand to spend about 10 seconds on the summit block before wanting off. Well worth the side trip.

trexkerry - Aug 25, 2012 3:38 pm Date Climbed: Aug 24, 2012

Stopped Just Short

Dayhiked the standard Whitney Route and decided to try for Keeler afterword - didn't have the stomach to make that last step to the final boulder - that is some serious exposure!

jonathanluk

jonathanluk - Oct 29, 2011 3:59 am Date Climbed: Aug 24, 2010

Quick side trip off Whitney Trail  Sucess!

Fun scramble off the Whitney Trail, scary feeling at the tip with near vertical on 3 sides!

SawtoothSean

SawtoothSean - Aug 27, 2011 9:34 pm Date Climbed: Aug 24, 2011

Traverse

Did the Carillon-Russell-Whitney-Muir traverse in a long day with SuperDave. Whitney was great, but Mt. Russell was spectacular. Keeler was just as described- "might as well do it since I'm up here" The last 20 feet were interesting.

hightinerary

hightinerary - Aug 13, 2011 1:06 pm Date Climbed: Aug 17, 2013

Bonus Peak  Sucess!

I have climbed it a few times on the way back from Mt. Whitney.

GigaMike

GigaMike - Feb 4, 2011 2:33 pm Date Climbed: Jul 4, 2008

From Whitney Trail  Sucess!

A fun side trip from Whitney.

ZeeJay

ZeeJay - Dec 20, 2010 11:12 am Date Climbed: Jul 24, 2001

Cool peak  Sucess!

Nice little side trip. Lots of exposure but easy. Did a day hike of Whitney, Keeler Needle, and Mount Muir via the standard route.

WyoNative

WyoNative - Aug 12, 2009 11:45 pm Date Climbed: Aug 11, 2009

Incredible Exposure!  Sucess!

A scramble off of the main Whitney trail.

twhirled

twhirled - Jun 25, 2008 10:26 am Date Climbed: Jul 20, 2005

Better than Whitney  Sucess!

A short hop off the Whitney Trail to the top of Keeler. It is a completely different summit experience from Whitney. Not a parking lot atmosphere. No room for even a small group on the summit. A great place to hang your feet off in the air. Ha!

GerryS

GerryS - Dec 1, 2007 11:13 pm Date Climbed: Aug 28, 2007

Good extra credit  Sucess!

20 minute excursion from main trail.

Michael Graupe

Michael Graupe - Nov 2, 2007 1:58 pm Date Climbed: Aug 12, 2007

2007 Sierra Challenge  Sucess!

Last day of the 2007 Sierra Challenge. The main objective of the day was to climb Mt. Newcomb. Starting at Whitney Portal I decided to climb McAdie on the way from Arc Pass. Then descended the class 2 chute to Crabtree Pass, climbed Mt. Newcomb via the class 3 east face. From there I returned to Crabtree Pass and gained the Sierra Crest climbing Discovery Pinnacle from the south. I intercepted the trail and hiked up Mt. Whitney. On the way back I also climbed Keeler Needle, Crooks Peak, Third Needle, Aguille Extra, Aguille du Paquoir and Mt. Muir. A long day in a very beautiful area. 14.5h car to car.

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