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A look at the summit from 4000 feet below
| Mount Whitney | |
| Height | 14,497 feet (4,419 meters) |
| Rank | 2nd |
| Type | Strenuous Hike |
| General Location | 175 air miles North of Los Angeles |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 36° 34.710' W 118° 17.482' |
| Access Issues |
There are numerous rules with regard to access to the Mount Whitney Zone. They seem to change frequently. Click this link for more information regarding permits and passes. |
| Further Information |
There is an excellent message board at the Whitney Portal Store site. |
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