Mount Graham

Arizona Class 1 Pinaleño Mountains
Mount Graham summit landscape
Rank 20

Elevation landscape

10,724 ft

Prominence height

6,320 ft

Difficulty signal_cellular_alt

Class 1

Est. Time schedule

1 day

Distance route

12 miles round-trip

Vert Gain trending_up

1,700 ft

Mount Graham (Pinaleño Mountains) is most commonly climbed via the High Peak Road (summit closed to public). Rated 5/10 difficulty, the standard ascent typically takes 1 day, covering roughly 12 miles with 1,700 feet of vertical gain. The summit stands at 10,724 ft with 6,320 ft of clean prominence — among the most topographically significant peaks in the lower 48.

Recommended Route

High Peak Road (summit closed to public)

Permits & Camping

Climbing Permits

No special climbing permit is required for Mount Graham, though wilderness or park entry fees may apply. Peak season runs May-October.

Season & Access

Summit closed; special use only

Safety Information

Technical Requirements

  • Alpine Start
  • Off-Trail Navigation
  • Water Crossings

Known Hazards

  • Dehydration
  • Heat Exhaustion
  • Lightning Exposure
  • Bears & Wildlife
  • Loose Rock & Scree

Data source: PeakList.org (elevation, prominence); PeakBagger/SummitPost (route, class, hazards, permits)

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