7.7 mi
Distance
3 hrs 25 min
Time
terrain
4,590 ft
Elev Gain
Sights to See
Public Tracks
Mt. Whitney (did not summit)
Hiked with Becca, Erika, and Darin. Began from Whitney Portal TH at 12:30 AM and got up to the chute (same area as the 99 switchbacks) before altitude sickness set in and forced me to turn around. Becca came with me back down, Erika and Darin pushed on to the summit. Stopped at Lone Pine Lake on the way back-no permit is needed to access this beautiful lake where you can see lots of small trout zooming around. The trail is very indicative of the overall splendor of the Eastern Sierras. This one left a chip on my shoulder and I will absolutely be back to make another summit attempt next time I can get a permit!
