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Located on the sparsely-vegetated eastern side of the Sierra Nevada range, Mt. Whitney is monstrous but offers little to do unless one wishes to take a lengthy (approx. 22 mile) hike to it. The best vantage point for families with young children is from the Visitor Center in Lone Pine, CA.
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The best place from which to see Mt. Whitney is the Interagency Visitor Center on Highway 395, just south of the town of Lone Pine on the east side of the Sierra. Climbing Mt. Whitney. Mt. Whitney lies on the boundary of Sequoia National Park and Inyo National Forest.
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Mt. Whitney, is located just west of Lone Pine, about a one hour drive south of Bishop. Rising to 14,496 feet above sea level, Mt. Whitney towers 10,000′ over the 4,000′ Owens Valley floor. The Mt. Whitney Trail, one of the world’s most popular trails, sees thousands of visitors annually climb the strenuous 10.5 mile trail to the summit.
From Bishop, Follow Highway 395 south for approximately 60 miles until you get to the town of Lone Pine. At the only traffic signal, go West on Mt. Whitney Portal road for about 13 miles. At the Whitney portal you will find a refreshingly cool fishing pond, one of the best waterfalls in California, a convenience store with mouthwatering burgers, ca...
Blog by Gigi de Jong The Eastern Sierra is one of the most photographed regions in California. It’s a land of contrasts and opportunity. There are obvious and well-known scenes and settings, and there are hidden gems. If a photograph is worth a thousand words, here’s a challenge to create a visual story worth 20,000 words. It’s a whirlwind auto tou...
The best times to visit this trail are April through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail. • Access Information: Permits are required to day-hike and backpacking in the Mount Whitney Zone. Quotas are in place from May 1 through November 1.
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Apr 11, 2024 · April 11, 2024. So you’re planning on hiking Mount Whitney? Mount Whitney is a breathtaking natural wonder that no traveler should miss. Although it's no picnic, hiking Mount Whitney is among the most fulfilling ways to connect with nature.
Jun 28, 2021 · 1. Mount Whitney Day Hike. DISTANCE: 22 miles (Round Trip) ELEVATION GAIN: 6500 feet. TIME: 12-18 hours. DIFFICULTY: Moderate. SUMMARY: Easy Class 1 hiking, but a lot of it and at high elevations. It’s a very long day, and you need to start before sunrise to make it down before dark. 2. Mount Whitney Overnight. DISTANCE: 22 miles (Round Trip)
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.
