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Climb the Mountaineers Route on Mount Whitney 14,505 ft

Mount Whitney is the highest peak of the contiguous US sitting at 14,505 ft. The Mountaineers Route makes for a unique experience, different from the standard hiking trail, and Spring is a great time to climb the mountaineers route! Read on for more info and learn more on the gear you need for a better experience.

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White Mountain Peak: California’s Easiest 14er and 3rd Highest Peak

White Mountain Peak is California’s 3rd tallest peak and is considered to be California’s easiest 14er to hike. After hiking and climbing all CA 14ers, I’d have to agree. HIKE TO: White Mountain PeakTRAIL: White Mountain Trail/ RoadMILES: 14.8 miles out and backTIME: 7:11 hrs (6:16 hrs of moving time)DATE I WENT: 6/27/20 DIFFICULTY: moderateELEVATION:

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Is it Better to Day Hike or Backpack for Mt. Whitney?

Mount Whitney (14,505 ft) is the tallest mountain in the contiguous US (lower 48 states). It’s a long 22-mile out-and-back hike with about 6,000 ft of elevation gain. You can day hike it or overnight camp, but either way, you need a permit which can be obtained during the pre-season lotto or through last-minute permit

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