description Tangerine Trip Overview
Tangerine Trip is a long aid-climbing route on the southeast face of El Capitan in Yosemite Valley, California. Established in 1975 by Charlie Porter, it follows steep and exposed terrain requiring specialized big-wall techniques, including aid placements, hauling equipment, and spending extended time on the wall. It is intended for experienced climbers with the technical skills, judgment, and equipment required for committing El Capitan routes.
help Tangerine Trip FAQ
Who made the first ascent of Tangerine Trip on El Capitan?
Tangerine Trip was established by Charlie Porter in the 1970s on El Capitan's southeast face. Porter was one of the defining Yosemite aid climbers of that era and also established major routes such as The Shield.
Is Tangerine Trip mainly free climbing or aid climbing?
It is primarily a technical aid route involving fixed gear, small placements, hauling, and multi-day wall logistics. Modern topo grades vary with conditions and updated hardware, but it remains a serious big-wall undertaking rather than a conventional free climb.
How does Tangerine Trip differ from The Nose?
The Nose follows El Capitan's prominent central prow and is frequently attempted as a mostly free or speed-climbing objective. Tangerine Trip lies farther east and is more strongly associated with sustained aid climbing, steep exposure, and portaledge-style wall tactics.
Do climbers normally spend the night on Tangerine Trip?
Most parties treat Tangerine Trip as a multi-day route and carry haul bags, sleeping equipment, food, and water. Faster and highly experienced teams may climb it more quickly, but bivouac planning is part of the normal preparation.
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