Rising majestically above the Big Pine Lakes, Temple Crag is widely considered the most spectacular peak in the Palisades. Renowned for its unique jagged spires and high-quality dark diorite, it offers some of the finest alpine rock climbing in the Sierra Nevada. From the classic Sun Ribbon Arête to the technical Dark Star, Temple Crag provides a true wilderness experience with breathtaking views of the turquoise glacial lakes below.