Mt. Whitney
ExpertEastern Sierra
- Distance
- 22 mi
- Gain
- 6,100 ft
- High point
- 14,505 ft
- Season
- Jul–Oct
Best time of year
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Peak season now · Best Jul–Oct, peak Jul–Sep
Snow-free from about mid July to late September most years.
Peak In season Out of season This month
Highest peak in the lower 48. Lottery permits. Long day or overnight.
🎫 Permit required 🚫 No dogs
Trailhead weather
34°F
☀️ Clear sky
💨 4 mph
🌧️ 0%
☀️ UV 6
Wed
🌫️
38°
23°
2%
Thu
⛅
40°
26°
7%
Fri
⛅
39°
25°
1%