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
Reservations
Until May 23, 2024
Permits are required but quota is unlimitedOption 1
In-person reservations
Day of
12 AM PDT
Reservations close the day of at 11:59 PM PDT
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the permit application:
| Entry Point | High Sierra Trail |
|---|---|
| Exit Point | Mt. Whitney (Trail Crest Exit) |