Backpacking is a great way to enjoy nature up close and is a very affordable way to see unique places that cant be reached in a car. There are thousands of different trails and locations for backpacking trips of various difficulty all across the world and several of the best backpacking trips are in the United States.
Mount Whitney Trail, in Lone Pine, CA, is on of the best backpacking trips in America for seasoned cold weather backpacking enthusiasts. The 11 mile hike to the 14,505 feet high summit of Mount Whitney is quite difficult in areas and can be extremely treacherous through the last 4 miles in colder months. Throughout most of the year, Mount Whitneys peak is covered in ice and snow, requiring ice picks and crampons for passage. The ice begins to melt in July and the summit is usually clear in August, only to become icy again by late September.
Backpacking Mount Whitney Trail is only allowed by permit and can be difficult to obtain, especially during the summer. Camping is permitted in most locations along the trail and there are two designated backcountry camping areas with water access, latrines, and campsites. Weather can be unpredictable...
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