A fun and quick hike up Mt. Emerson via the South Face for my 35th birthday. Mostly 3rd/4th class with a couple 5th class moves right at the start and a classic Sierra ridge to finish. Quick approach, easy downclimb via southwest gully, balancey summit block, 4.5 hours car to car.
Beautiful climb!!

Quick video showing a ridge section with a good downclimb move above some exciting exposure and onward to the summit block. Hope you enjoy!

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