Mt. Whitney Day Hike: Summit & Descent in One Epic Day (JUNE 2025)

Welcome to my full journey from Whitney Portal to the summit (14,505 ft) — all in one epic 22‑mile day hike with ~6,700 ft gain.

🏞️ Mt Whitney Day Hike | Join me on this epic day hike to Mt Whitney Summit, one of the most iconic trails in California. Whether you’re planning your own hike or just here for the views, this full video covers the trail route, elevation gain, and gear used.

⛰️ Hike Details
📍 Trail Name: [Mt. Whitney Trail]

📏 Distance: [22 miles round trip]

📈 Elevation Gain: [6,700 ft]

⏱️ Total Time: [18 Hours]

⚠️ Permit Required?: Yes

🗓️ Date of Hike: [June 26, 2025]

🥾 Difficulty: [Moderate]

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Intro
00:30 – Trailhead Start
02:00 – Whitney Trail / Mountaineer Route Split
06:45 – Consultation Lake / Sunrise
11:52 – 99 Switchbacks
24:00 – Trail crest
31:05 -- SUMMIT
34:30 -- Descents
45:00 -- End of trail Highlights
48:40 – Finish

🎒 Gear I Used
Backpack: [Osprey Crazy Creek Talon 33 with Chair + 3L bladder]

Footwear: [North Face Offtrail Hike LT Mid GTX]

Hydration: [2 -3 Liters Bladder + Grayl Geopress Water Filter]

Navigation: [Garmin Fenix 7 Sapphire Solar Watch]

Clothing layers: [Fox Tech Tee, Path Projects Sun Hoodie, Cotopaxi Fuego Down Hooded Jacket, Adidas Terrex Utilitas Pants, Smartwool mid socks]

Optional: Gopro Hero 11, trekking poles

✅ Hiking Tips for Success
Start early (sunrise or before) to avoid heat or storms

Bring 3–5L of water + electrolytes

Know your turnaround time

Always check weather before heading out

Pack out all trash & follow Leave No Trace principles

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