High Sierra Trail: Crescent Meadow to Whitney Portal
Itinerary
High Sierra Trailhead
10.9 mi • 2,600 ft gain
Bearpaw Meadow
13 mi • 4,600 ft gain
Big Arroyo Junction
14.4 mi • 1,300 ft gain
Kern Hot Spring
16.4 mi • 4,300 ft gain
Crabtree Ranger Station
12 mi • 4,900 ft gain
Trail Camp
6.1 mi • 0 ft gain
Whitney Portal Trailhead
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Sep 29, 2024 – May 22, 2025
Unlimited number of permits available.1 option
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In-person reservations
| Opens | Day of | 12 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PT |
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit application:
| Entry Point | High Sierra Trail |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | Mt. Whitney (Trail Crest Exit) |