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Photos (12,742) Directions. Print/PDF map. Share. More. Length 21.2 miElevation gain 6,663 ftRoute type Out & back. Proceed cautiously on this 21.2-mile out-and-back trail near Lone Pine, California. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers.
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- Lone Pine, California, United States
Waypoints. The route starts at Cottonwood Lakes and ends at Whitney Portal. The highlight is summiting the highest point in the lower 48, Mount Whitney. There is a very nice campsite right at Guyot Creek. There is also a stock camp exactly at the Rock Creek crossing (it is about 1 before Guyot Creek).
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- Lone Pine, California, United States
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Feb 27, 2024 · Mt. Whitney Hike Map & GPX Files - I've created a map detailing the whole trail that you can explore, including a look at the elevation gain/profile of the hike. You can also download this file as a GPX file to upload into your own personal GPS device.
Our top picks for Mount Whitney: 1. Scramble up Mt. Muir, 2. Winter Summit Mt. Whitney, 3. Camp at Lone Pine Campground, 4. Camp at Tuttle Creek Campground and more.
The trailhead is at Whitney Portal, a US Forest Service recreation site on the east side of the Sierras at 8,400 feet elevation. There is a campground and ranger station here, as well as restrooms and water supply. Note that a permit is needed for any hikers who access Mt.
Whitney Portal Campground rests in the shadow of Mt. Whitney, 12 miles west of the town of Lone Pine. Many who visit the campground come with plans to climb to the summit of 14,505-foot Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in California. The trailhead is ½ mile from the campground. The hike to the top of Mt. Whitney requires a permit and planning.
