Lover's Leap (Tahoe, California)
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Lover's Leap is a steep granite cliff band in El Dorado County, California, United States, a landmark which catches the eye as one travels by, and a popular destination for climbers. The origin of its name is unknown, but common to most Lover's Leaps, one version from local folklore says two Native Americans lovers leapt to their deaths from the summit.[3]
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Lover's Leap | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 6,944 ft (2,117 m) NAVD 88[1] |
Coordinates | 38°47′58″N 120°08′08″W[2] |
Geography | |
Location | El Dorado County, California, United States |
Parent range | Sierra Nevada |
Topo map | USGS Pyramid Peak |
Climbing | |
Easiest route | Hike |
Climbing type | traditional crag |
Height | Up to 600 feet (180 m) |
Pitches | 4 |
Ratings | 5.5 to 5.12d, VB to V6 |
Grades | I and II |
Rock type | granite |
Quantity of rock | weeks worth |
Development | well developed |
Cliff aspect | north |
Season | spring to fall |
Ownership | Eldorado National Forest |
Camping | Lovers Leap Campground |
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