North Schell Peak

Nevada Class 2 Schell Creek Mountains
North Schell Peak summit landscape
Rank 40

Elevation landscape

11,883 ft

Prominence height

5,403 ft

Difficulty signal_cellular_alt

Class 2

Est. Time schedule

1 day

Distance route

8 miles round-trip

Vert Gain trending_up

3,800 ft

North Schell Peak (Schell Creek Mountains) is most commonly climbed via the Timber Creek Trail. Rated 5/10 difficulty, the standard ascent typically takes 1 day, covering roughly 8 miles with 3,800 feet of vertical gain. The summit stands at 11,883 ft with 5,403 ft of clean prominence — among the most topographically significant peaks in the lower 48.

Recommended Route

Timber Creek Trail

Permits & Camping

Climbing Permits

No special climbing permit is required for North Schell Peak, though wilderness or park entry fees may apply. Peak season runs June-September.

Season & Access

Permit details pending editorial review

Safety Information

Technical Requirements

  • Altitude Acclimatization
  • Exposed Scrambling
  • Alpine Start

Known Hazards

  • Altitude Sickness
  • Exposure
  • Exposed Scrambling
  • Hypothermia

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

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