Mount Whitney Trail, Hiking trail in Sierra Nevada Mountains, California, United States.
The Mount Whitney Trail stretches for 22 miles round trip, leading hikers through granite ridges and alpine lakes to reach the highest peak in the contiguous United States.
The Mount Whitney Trail became part of the protected wilderness area in 1964, preserving its natural state and limiting access through a permit system.
The trail draws mountaineers and hikers from across the globe who seek to reach the 14,505-foot summit through a challenging high-altitude trek.
Hikers need permits obtained through a lottery system for peak season access from May to October, and should carry appropriate gear for rapid weather changes.
The route gains over 6,000 feet in elevation from Whitney Portal to the summit, passing through multiple climate zones and geological formations.
Location: California
GPS coordinates: 36.56560,-118.26600
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:04
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