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Mt. Whitney Backpacking

Backpacking2 days21.2 mi (round-trip)
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Itinerary

Whitney Portal Trailhead
6.1 mi • 3,600 ft gain
Trail Camp
15.1 mi • 3,700 ft gain
Whitney Portal Trailhead
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How to get a permit

This trip requires a Mt. Whitney Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:

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Trips starting between November 2, 2024 and April 30, 2025

Permits required. No quota.

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Permit details

Here is how to fill out the Mt. Whitney Permit application:

Entry PointMt. Whitney Trail (Overnight)
Exit PointMt. Whitney Trail
1st Night Campsite LocationTrail Camp (Mt. Whitney Trail)

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