Jack Brumbaugh
Mt. Williamson via Shepherd Pass
Seven Pines, California
5.0
26.66 mi
/ 10653 ft gain
This trail starts at the lowest, and generally regarded hardest, trailhead in the Southern Sierras. You quickly gain elevation in what many describe as manageable but relentless. The first section of the hike has nice shade and adequate water access. Very enjoyable company to boot!
Once you cross over Shepherd pass ~12,200', the scenery changes. What was once tree covered and well carved becom...
Scramble up Mt. Muir
Inyo County, California
5.0
18.5 mi
/ 6200 ft gain
From the Whitney Trail - beyond trail crest - you will see a big cairn (right side). If you make it to the first "window of Mt. Whitney" you have gone too far. The cairn marks the start of an class 2 use trail up to the Mt. Muir headwall.The headwall is a fun climb with good handholds and has little exposure. About 2/3 to 3/4 of the way up the headwall traverse on the big slab using the edge on...
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