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Do I need a permit to hike Mt Whitney?
What is a overnight Mt Whitney Trail Permit?
Are Mt Whitney permits available?
When can I apply for a Mt Whitney permit?
This permit is for one day only, from midnight to midnight and is valid for all routes in the Mt. Whitney Zone. Choose the route appropriate for your group, Mt. Whitney Trail or climbing routes like the Mountaineers Route. Map of Mt. Whitney Zone shows where a permit is required for day hikes.
For more information or help planning your trip, please call the Inyo National Forest Wilderness Permit Office (760) 873-2483. Trips sponsored by organizations or commercial groups must contact the permit office before applying for a Mt. Whitney permit.
Jan 14, 2024 · During the 2024 Mt. Whitney Permit lottery, you can apply for a permit from February 1st through March 1st. If you’re unsure about whether the hike you have planned requires a Mt. Whitney permit, Recreation.gov now features a simple questionnaire to help you determine your permit needs.
A permit with Exiting Mt. Whitney allows you the option to hike to the summit and camp along the Mt. Whitney trail as you finish your multi-day trip. Exit quota applies for passing through the area whether you summit or not.
May 24, 2024 · To hike Mount Whitney from the east side of the Sierra Nevada, visit Inyo National Forest's website or call them at (760) 873-2483. For trips of 500 miles or more along the Pacific Crest Trail, you may obtain a permit from the Pacific Crest Trail Association.
Before you apply for your Mt Whitney permit, you need to decide on your route to the summit. This hiking guide focuses on the popular Mount Whitney Trail from Whitney Portal (by Lone Pine), which allows you to do the hike in a day or overnight camping trip.
THE LOTTERY - is the best way to get a permit for hiking or climbing to the top of Mt Whitney during the quota period. Applications are accepted Online and will be entered into a computerized random drawing. No preference is given for early applications, but after March 15th lottery applications will not be accepted.