United StatesCaliforniaTomhead Mountain

Tomhead Mountain

Mountain in California · 6,686 ft

6,686 ft
Elevation
1,230 ft
Prominence
1.7 mi
Hike length one way
40.1367, -122.8172
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Tomhead Mountain

1.7 mi
one way
1,040 ft
of ascent
1 h 43 min
round trip

The route starts at Tomhead Saddle — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

5,719 ft1.7 mi · 6,736 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Tomhead SaddleRecommended
marked trailhead · west of the peak
1.7 mi on foot · ↑ 1,040 ft · about 1 h 43 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2East Low Gap Trailhead
marked trailhead · northwest of the peak
about 6.5 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 Tomhead Mountain?

Tomhead Mountain is 6,686 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 1,230 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Tomhead Mountain?

From Tomhead Saddle it is about 1.7 mi one way with 1,040 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 43 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Tomhead Mountain?

The nearest starting point is Tomhead Saddle (west of the peak) — 1.7 mi on foot · ↑ 1,040 ft · about 1 h 43 min round trip. Alternative: East Low Gap Trailhead (northwest of the peak) (about 6.5 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 Tomhead Mountain in Conquer?

Yes — Tomhead Mountain 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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