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Crows Nest

Mountain in California · 7,887 ft

7,887 ft
Elevation
148 ft
Prominence
2.0 mi
Hike length one way
39.2969, -120.3500
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Crows Nest

2.0 mi
one way
988 ft
of ascent
1 h 55 min
round trip

The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

6,965 ft2.0 mi · 7,851 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Parking areaRecommended
parking · northeast of the peak
2.0 mi on foot · ↑ 988 ft · about 1 h 55 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · west of the peak
about 2.2 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Parking area
parking · north of the peak
about 2.6 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Crows Nest?

Crows Nest is 7,887 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 148 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Crows Nest?

From the nearest registered starting point it is about 2.0 mi one way with 988 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 55 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Crows Nest?

The nearest parking is the parking area northeast of the peak — 2.0 mi on foot · ↑ 988 ft · about 1 h 55 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area west of the peak (about 2.2 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 Crows Nest in Conquer?

Yes — Crows Nest 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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