Alder Hill
Mountain in California · 7,740 ft
The hike up Alder Hill
The route starts at Iron Mountain Sno-Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Alder Hill?
Alder Hill is 7,740 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 531 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Alder Hill?
From Iron Mountain Sno-Park it is about 1.4 mi one way with 502 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 16 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Alder Hill?
The nearest parking is Iron Mountain Sno-Park (east of the peak) — 1.4 mi on foot · ↑ 502 ft · about 1 h 16 min round trip. Alternative: CAPLES CREEK TRAILHEAD (northeast of the peak) (about 10.2 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Alder Hill in Conquer?
Yes — Alder Hill is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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