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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
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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 24, 2023 – May 23, 2024

Unlimited number of permits available.

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ClosesDay of11:59 PM PT
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Permit details

Here is how to fill out the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Wilderness Permit application:

Entry PointHigh Sierra Trail
Exit PointMt. Whitney (Trail Crest Exit)

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