Mt. Whitney Ranger District

Mt. Whitney as seen from Alabama Hills

The Mt. Whitney Ranger District is the southernmost district in the Inyo National Forest. On its western edge is Mt. Whitney, highest point in the contiguous United States. The district extends from the crest of the Sierra Nevada to the Inyo Mountains.  Recreation activities include hiking, fishing, climbing, horse riding, and more.

More Information for Mt. Whitney Ranger District

At a Glance

Information Center: Eastern Sierra Visitor Center  760-876-6200

General Information

General Notes:

Click to view map of Mt. Whitney Ranger District


Activities

Campground Camping

Campground Guide - Lone Pine and Independence Area (pdf)

Campground Guide - Horseshoe Meadow (pdf)

Onion Valley Area Campgrounds Guide (pdf)

General Info:

General Notes

Campground Guide - Lone Pine and Independence Area (pdf)

Campground Guide - Horseshoe Meadow (pdf)


Areas for Campground Camping at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

RV Camping

Areas for RV Camping at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

Group Camping

Areas for Group Camping at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

Lake and Pond Fishing

Areas for Lake and Pond Fishing at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

River and Stream Fishing

Areas for River and Stream Fishing at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

Day Hiking

Areas for Day Hiking at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

Backpacking

Areas for Backpacking at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

Horse Camping

Areas for Horse Camping at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

Horse Riding

Areas for Horse Riding at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

Visitor Centers

Areas for Visitor Centers at Mt. Whitney Ranger District

Picnicking

Areas for Picnicking at Mt. Whitney Ranger District