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Hiking Mt. Whitney in the Snow! No Permit Lottery, No Crowds

Mount Whitney, the tallest peak in the contiguous United States - finally! Mt. Whitney is one of the most popular hikes in the U.S., which means not only is it one of the most beautiful places you'll ever see, it's also nearly impossible to snag a permit to hike it during peak season. Thankfully, the Mt. Whitney permit lottery is only required for part of the year, and during the off season, though permits are required, there is no quota. The greatest challenge of hiking Mt. Whitney in the off season is the weather - snow storms can make the trail icy, dangerous, and often impassable. Just our luck, an atmospheric river dumped multiple feet of snow on the Whitney range just a week before our hike. We prepared for the worst, brought all our winter hiking gear (including crampons), and were ready to turn around if conditions were too rough. Much to our surprise, we were greeted with warm weather, hard packed snow along the trail, and a Whitney summit with zero crowds! #mtwhitney #hiking #winterhiking DISCLAIMER: Mount Whitney is a potentially dangerous hike, especially in the off season. Do not attempt this hike without the proper experience, equipment, and emergency communication device. Know how to assess trail conditions, and be prepared to turn around at any time. As always, climb at your own risk.