How To Hike Mt Whitney [AOqT6n4047k]

How to hike Mt. Whitney the smart way: directions, pacing, training, and more.

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Mt Whitney is a 21.7 mile day hike with 6,600 feet of gain, taking most people 12 to 16 hours. I break down the route from Whitney Portal to the summit, covering training progression, permit lottery strategy, pacing, gear you actually need, and altitude sickness coquimbo unido - universitario management. Most hikers start between midnight and 5 a.m., so you'll be hiking in the dark initially. The guide includes real-world tips mckenna nhl on water sources, camping options, snow conditions by season, lightning safety at elevation, and how to use a pace calculator to plan your day. This is doable for fit hikers who prepare correctly.

00:00 The Whitney brest vs strasbourg Challenge

00:18 Trail Route Overview

01:15 Essential Gear List

02:05 How to Train

04:25 Permit Lottery Tips

05:14 Camping & Water

07:05 Snow Conditions

08:17 Altitude Sickness

11:18 Lightning Safety

12:12 Reaching the Summit

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