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Mount Whitney


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 23 attractions in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
Traveller Description: The most climbed peak in the Sierra Nevada, and the highest.
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Attraction type: Mountain, Trail
Address: Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, CA
Tel: 760-876-6200

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16 Jul 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Holy Cow! Mt. Whitney was an incredible physical challenge for a 23 year Floridian and to do so in 1 day, but I did it!! This mountain has a mind of its own and it is not a trek, hike or climb to take lightly. It is a journey that involves determination, strength and perseverance. To those that enjoy adventure,... more

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5 of 5 stars
Raleigh, NC
31 May 2009
4
people found this review helpful

Mount Whitney has a "cult" status among a large following of hikers. The reason is that it is a spectacular mountain. And it happens to be the highest mountain in the continental United States, hence the nickname, "poor man's Everest." During the months of May, June, July, August and September, you will need to have a permit that is issued... more

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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, CA
Tel: 760-876-6200