Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Sherman Pass Road Climb
Road cycling
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Alexandra Pavia
April 28, 2025
Road cycling
Sherman Pass offers a grueling climb through California’s southern Sierra Nevada, a hot and arid landscape far removed from the lush forests of other nearby climbs. Starting at the Kern River, the road ascends steadily along a rugged ridge, gradually transitioning from desert-like conditions to more alpine terrain as you near the top. With limited shade, no water along the route, and a relentless grade, this isolated challenge demands both physical endurance and mental toughness, ending just shy of the 9,000-foot mark.
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Distance 25.0 km
Uphill 1,880 m
Downhill 260 m