Here's the trail junction. [Henry McLauren Brown] Chris B: Enjoy the family. Unable to add item to List. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Come September, I'll head up that hump trail with confidence. Mineral King is a subalpine glacial valley located in the southern part of Sequoia National Park, in the U.S. state of California. NoUgly: On the summit, someone in the group that morning related that a year ago, they were in the A16 store (maybe San Diego), and saw the Mile, Mile-and-a-Half video (and I think talked with one of the participants). There are 0 customer reviews and 1 customer rating. How to Hike Mount Whitney. Inscribed and Signed by Author. The weather was pleasant at the summit, so I set up my bed on a slab. He is 16, at 14 He hiked about 80 miles with me (including Half Dome and Mt. The White Chief mine, claimed by James Crabtree in 1873, made Mineral King a household name among miners of that time. Free tracking with domestic orders. The wife and I packing the other two on our back slows her down, I think! Press enter to begin your search. Lone Pine Mount Whitney Live Webcam & Weather Report in Lone Pine, California, United States - See WorldWide Live Stream and Still Timelapse WebCams by See.Cam I climbed up and over Black Rock Pass, then down the incredibly steep western side of the pass and down down down to the Timber Gap trail junction. There was a problem loading your book clubs. This is probably the reason why it was very challenging, especially the last two miles and the way down. The trail is only recommended for very experienced adventurers and is primarily used for hiking, running, and backpacking. Great trip report, and your photos are GORGEOUS! Today was the long hike back to Mineral King. Golden Trout Wilderness Add to cart $ 12.95. 2016, scale 1:63,360. Congrats and great job! The NPS staff is always smiling and willing to help. Hiked Mt Whitney as a day hike on 21 Aug 2020. easily one of the best and toughest hikes. Thanks, Steve! Explore claviusrobinsky's photos on Flickr. Thanks for sharing, Steve! They're even more important than the mountains. Saturday September 3, 2011: Back To Mineral King. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Re: Mineral King to Whitney Portal. I returned to the Kern River from here. Steve C #39183 07/29/14 06:58 PM. Sequoia-Kings Canyon Area Maps. Wilderness permits for the following trails are only issued from the Mineral King Ranger Station. M. Smith. Steve.....thanks for the pics of both signs (Rattlesnake and Big Arroyo). 2010-11 Students follow the Pioneer Band to the Homecoming football game The trail is primarily used for hiking, fishing, horses, and backpacking and is best used from July … on the west side), and ended at Whitney Portal on the east side. Press enter to begin your search. It was as surprised as I and took off like he'd seen the devil! Steve, that was a great trip, great photos, and a great TR. The Mt Whitney hike is on every hiker’s bucket list. Any idea why the helicopter was at the meadow? Whitney Loop is a 87.5 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Hume, California that features a lake and is only recommended for very experienced adventurers. Nice hike! Looking forward to the Easy Walk-off report. Why is an Accordion better than a Ukelele? Sequoia-Kings Canyon Area Maps The 2.9 mile one-way trail to the White Chief Bowl is a steep but scenic hike up the west side of the Mineral King Valley. ... 6/29 - JMT from Crabtree to Mt.Whitney summit: Crabtree to Guitar Lake: snow-free. great TR and awesome photos - definitely "wish I was there" material. Whitney is a 10.7 mile (17.1 km) trail from Whitney Portal, 13 miles (21 km) west of the town of Lone Pine on the east side of the Sierra. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Great TR, Steve.. Its like watching Fargo: itching for the next install. (JMT, Kearsarge, Cottonwood Pass, New Army Pass, Shepherds Pass, High Sierra Trail and Whitney Portal) Our entry date is July 24 and exit Whitney … Mt. I also wanted to see Kern Hot Springs for the first time, and ending at Mt Whitney is always fun. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Steve, I don't backpack often enough to justify something like your Parka Tent. Wilderness permits are required year-round for all overnight trips in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks' wilderness. Especially since we know it ends better. 1988 - Oversized Hardback. I … Author’s Note: In the late 1960s, I was attempting to fashion a made-up general studies degree in natural history and conservation at the University of Washington. Sunset beach. I almost never brushed through bushes, as there was nearly always a way to find a clear path. Mineral King Valley. ... Forest), obtain a permit following the steps above for the JO Pass, Belle Canyon, or Sugarloaf entry points. When set on fire, it will keep you warm a lot longer. Mineral King to Whitney Portal, July 2014 Day 1 - 2 I've always liked trans-Sierra crossings. Thanks for your post! Mineral King and Kern Canyon Mineral King road is closed for the season. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. The pictures are in the trip album, starting with. Mineral King to Whitney Portal, July 2014 I've always liked trans-Sierra crossings. From Guitar Lake to the Mt. Krishna, no I haven't posted that report/description yet. I have to choose between a 20+ year old bivy and the freestanding one-person tent that I used in the snow at Iceberg Lake in April 2009. As the highest point on the mainland United States, Mount Whitney is a popular destination for avid hikers. Mineral King country : Visalia to Mount Whitney. Get this from a library! The weather forecast and the amount of space in my pack will probably make the decision for me. Please follow the CDC recommendations to protect yourself from COVID-19. Joined: Aug 2011 The Junction is where the trail from Guitar Lake meets up with the Portal Route. Mineral King quantity ... Sequoia-Kings Canyon Area Maps. I've always liked trans-Sierra crossings. Thanks for sharing! Any idea why the helicopter was at the meadow? Mineral King to Whitney Portal, July 2014 This trip started in Mineral King (south part of Sequoia N.P. Whitney and Redwood is Friday, Nov. 1, at Giant Chevrolet-Cadillac Mineral King Bowl. Here's where I spent the night. Whitney: Begins at Whitney Portal. Once a mountaineer has climbed so high, for the rest of his life he dreams of returning. I did not acclimatize or do practice hikes of high elevation. In stock. Same thing for the cross country from Crab tree lakes to trail crest! This trip started in Mineral King (south part of Sequoia N.P. Mineral King to Whitney Portal, July 2014. Wow! on the west side), and ended at Whitney Portal on the east side. I may not try it but want to see any photos if you have! What are the odds? Mineral King Country Visalia to Mount Whitney Hardcover – January 1, 1988 by Henry McLauren Brown (Author) See all formats and editions Hide other formats and editions. Map of Mt. The shortest and most popular route to climb Mt. King's Canyon to Mt Whitney is a 80.3 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Hume, California that offers the chance to see wildlife. Reminded me of my 3 day backpacking trip last year in Mineral King area (Franklin Lakes-Sawtooth Pass Loop). Crabtree's ruined cabin, located near the meadow beyond the junction with the Eagle/Mosquito Lakes Trail, is perhaps the oldest remaining structure in the Mineral King area. How easy/ difficult it is? Please try again. No dustjacket. Buy the Digital Version of this map! Surely Mineral King will change in some ways, some year, no matter how the current development controversy would be resolved. Beautiful pictures. Guitar Lake to Mt. Mt Whitney Zone Add to cart $ 10.95. Mount Whitney (Paiute: Too-man-i-goo-yah) is the tallest mountain in the contiguous United States and the Sierra Nevada, with an elevation of 14,505 feet (4,421 m). Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Mineral King Guesthouse The Parks should be opening June 4. The 2.9 mile one-way trail to the White Chief Bowl is a steep but scenic hike up the west side of the … Buy the Digital Version. ', Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.4. This must be on your bucket list. A two-point play, with 2 seconds left propelled Mt. It is the most frequently climbed peak in the Sierra Nevada [source: National Park Service].Ascending to the peak has been a coveted accomplishment since at least 1864, when a California Geological Survey team discovered it. He is 16, at 14 He hiked about 80 miles with me (including Half Dome and Mt. I call this living the life! This trip started in Mineral King (south part of Sequoia N.P. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. So you just clambered up along the Whitney creek from Kern river canyon to all the way up to PCT and CT meadow! Book has minor shelf wear on edges and corners, light rubbing to cover. Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m… BTW, I was up on Sawtooth last Sunday on my way to Needham. There is some prep work you need to do, like getting your Mt Whitney permit and dealing with the altitude. ... Mt. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Since I took a High Sierra Trail shortcut (Pants Pass) and skipped the hot springs two years ago, this was a good time to cover that section. Wow, ukulele on the summit! Whitney to a 57-56 victory over Redwood before an approximate crowd of 6,000 at Mineral King Bowl. The valley lies at the headwaters of the East Fork of the Kaweah River, which rises at the eastern part of the valley and flows northwest.Accessed by a long and narrow winding road, the valley is mostly popular with backpackers and hikers. That is interesting. Meeting a kid on Forester, carrying a Ukulele on his hike of the JMT with father and son....and then another kid doing the same thing. Whitney switchbacks to one-mile from Whitney summit: a few small snow patches. Mineral King country : Visalia to Mount Whitney. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. To hike Mount Whitney from the east side of the Sierra Nevada, visit Inyo National Forest's website or call them at (760) 873-2483. Mineral King to Whitney Portal, July 2014Day 1 - 2I've always liked trans-Sierra crossings. Mineral King Country Visalia to Mount Whitney [Henry McLauren Brown] on Amazon.com. Steve this was a great, great trip. On the steepest granite, I hung the hiking pole straps on my forearms and used hands to help climbing, but. Metal sign, several cairns. Buy the Digital Version Towering at 14,508 ft (4,420 meters), Mt. Ten miles to Hockett Meadow. Larry and Travis drove me from Fresno to MK, and they hiked most of the way to Sawtooth pass, before returning to drive back to Fresno. This trip started in Mineral King (south part of Sequoia N.P. Steve: My oldest just turned 5, but she'll put in a good 4-5 miles, even on tougher mountain terrain. Mineral King is a subalpine glacial valley located in the southern part of Sequoia National Park, in the U.S. state of California. Krishna, the Whitney Creek shortcut was not that difficult. [Henry McLauren Brown] Its almost like the mile and mile & half ending!!! Atwell-Hockett Trail: Begins at Atwell Mill Campground. Looking forward to reading the last set. Running Mt. on the west side), and ended at Whitney Portal on the east side. There's a problem loading this menu right now. MD SKU-8722601 CalifMinKing. The 65th annual Cowhide high school football game between Mt. Ice axes and crampons are needed in spring and early summer, but technical climbing equipment is not usually necessary between mid-July and early October. Get this from a library! I also wanted to see Kern Hot Springs for the first time, and ending at Mt Whitney is always fun. Larry and Travis drove me from Fresno to MK, and they hiked most of the way to Sawtooth pass, before returning to drive back to Fresno. Sequoia-Kings Canyon Area Maps Click the link above to head to the Mount Whitney Web store. Please try again. I crossed the creek but it looked quite formidable going up the canyon wall! They even carried part of my load, making my first day easier. Since I took a High Sierra Trail shortcut (Pants Pass) and skipped the hot springs two years ago, this was a good time to cover that section. Yes, Harvey, dreaming of returning. All these hikers were completing the JMT. Mt Whitney Zone Day Use permit is reserved by the Mt Whitney Lottery. ..Tell you what, Harvey, YOU climb it next month and take the pictures, and I'll help with a report. Again looking forward to those gems of x-country hikes you are still holding as "Cliff hangers"! Found it easier than we expected, which only goes to show the value of an oft quoted piece of mountaineering advice by Dr. Longstaff, that 'you must go and rub your nose in a place before being certain that it wont 'go. I also wanted to see Kern Hot Springs for the first time, and ending at Mt Whitney is always fun. I can't tell for sure, but his father looks a lot like the guy in the red jacket. Wow, sounds like an impressive musician. Mineral King to Whitney Portal, July 2014 Day 1 - 2 I've always liked trans-Sierra crossings. Outside the quota season (September 20, 2020 – May 28, 2021), Wilderness permits are free, self-issued, and are not limited to daily entry quotas.Self-issue wilderness permits are available at the nearest permit-issuing station.There is no fee for self-issue permits. I'm in the planning stages of my next backpack: Starting at Mineral King on Sunday, July 13, exiting at Whitney Portal on Saturday, July 19.I have friends who will drive me to Mineral King on Saturday evening, where we will spend the night, and then they will climb Sawtooth Peak with me. Wilderness Trails. I now know why people opt to climb the class three route up and over Glacier Pass instead of this route. 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