Challenge
Stage 17: Guitar Lake → Mt. Whitney → Whitney Portal
Sierra Nevada
About this hike
The final JMT stage is a grand finale: the sunrise push to Mt. Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous U.S., followed by a long descent to Whitney Portal. High exposure, switchbacks, and awe-inspiring views define this dramatic end to the journey.
Quick facts
Distance
15.4 miles
Elevation
14505 ft
Difficulty
Very Hard
Time
1 day
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