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Mount Whitney Main Trail — California, USA

Mount Whitney Main Trail

22-mile round-trip to the contiguous US high point — 14,505 ft summit.

Where on earth

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Region
California, USA
Country
Worldwide
Biome
Sierra (2,500–4,421 m)
Best season
June – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Sierra (2,500–4,421 m)
  • Best season: June – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

22-mile round-trip to the contiguous US high point — 14,505 ft summit.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: June – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Sierra (2,500–4,421 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Worldwide
Biome
Sierra (2,500–4,421 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Mount Whitney Main Trail

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Last verified: 1970-01-01