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Lynn Hill
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Active 1975 – present
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About Lynn Hill
Standing 5'2" with a compact, athletic build, brown hair, and blue eyes, Lynn Hill carries the presence of a lifelong athlete. Carolynn Marie Hill, known professionally as Lynn Hill, is an American rock climber whose career began in 1975 when she was around 14 years old. Over 51 years of activity, she has been celebrated as one of the leading climbers of her era, excelling in competition, traditional, big wall, sport climbing, and bouldering.
Hill is widely regarded as one of the best female climbers in the world and one of the best in the history of the sport. Her most famous achievement is the first free ascent of The Nose on El Capitan in Yosemite Valley, a truly difficult sheer rock face. She repeated the feat the next year in under 24 hours. Born in Detroit, Michigan, and now 65, she remains a towering figure in climbing's history.
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Frequently asked
What is Lynn Hill's most famous achievement?
She made the first free ascent of The Nose on El Capitan in Yosemite Valley, and repeated it the next year in under 24 hours.
How long has Lynn Hill been climbing, and when did she start?
She has been active since 1975, starting at around age 14, giving her over 51 years of experience.
In which climbing disciplines is Lynn Hill particularly known?
She is known for competition climbing, traditional climbing (especially big wall), sport climbing, and bouldering.
Did you know
- Started climbing at about age 14 in 1975, making her a professional for over five decades.
- Her first free ascent of The Nose was a historic first, and her repeat under 24 hours set a new benchmark.
- At 5'2" and 110 lbs, her athletic build is often cited as an advantage in technical climbing.
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