10-year-old girl is youngest to conquer Yosemite's El Capitan

10-year-old girl is youngest to conquer Yosemite's El Capitan

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3 Video Views·May 24, 2026

10-year-old Selah Schneiter has left her mark in rock climbing history by becoming the youngest person to conquer El Capitan at Yosemite National Park. The girl climbed with her father and a family friend, and the trio took five days to conquer the gigantic rock wall, including the steep route known as "The Nose".