Description
Mount Whitney at 14,494 feet is the highest peak in the lower 48 states. It is located in the Inyo National Forest, 15 miles west of Lone Pine.

The Mount Whitney Trail is an extremely popular spot for hikers.
Hobbies & Activities category: Hiking opportunity;  Natural area
Address
John Muir Wilderness, Inyo National Forest
Box 8
Lone Pine, CA 93545-2017
United States
Phone 1 (760) 876-6200
Hours
May 15 to October 15
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:008:008:008:008:008:008:00
Closed16:3016:3016:3016:3016:3016:3016:30
Tips
Opening hours refer to the Mount Whitney Ranger Station.
Phone for opening hours the rest of the year.
Attractions Near Mount Whitney, Lone Pine