Mt Langley Trailhead marks the start of a great adventure into beautiful meadows, lakes, and alpine terrain. Most
people aim for Mt Whitney, and Whitney is certainly a noteworthy and great peak to climb, but I personally would consider the
Mt Langley Trail more beautiful. The trail takes you nearly all the way to the summit of Langley. I say nearly, because about
600 vertical feet must be gained by means of scrambling near the end. It is about 10.5 miles to the top of Langley. Camping is
allowed on the grounds near the trailhead for a $6.00 fee, and bear boxes and toilets are provided along with ample parking.
Make sure you store your unattended food properly in the provided bear boxes. Also, do not leave items such as ice chests
visible in the vehicle. Even when empty, bears have more than enough experience to know that containers such as ice chests
usually contain food. A wilderness permit is required for all overnight camping once on the trail, and can be obtained at any of
the Ranger stations along highway 395.
people aim for Mt Whitney, and Whitney is certainly a noteworthy and great peak to climb, but I personally would consider the
Mt Langley Trail more beautiful. The trail takes you nearly all the way to the summit of Langley. I say nearly, because about
600 vertical feet must be gained by means of scrambling near the end. It is about 10.5 miles to the top of Langley. Camping is
allowed on the grounds near the trailhead for a $6.00 fee, and bear boxes and toilets are provided along with ample parking.
Make sure you store your unattended food properly in the provided bear boxes. Also, do not leave items such as ice chests
visible in the vehicle. Even when empty, bears have more than enough experience to know that containers such as ice chests
usually contain food. A wilderness permit is required for all overnight camping once on the trail, and can be obtained at any of
the Ranger stations along highway 395.
Mt Langley - Trailhead
Russ in the foreground, along with Kurt, Ben, Kevin, and Sean up ahead.
Loaded up and heading into the John Muir wilderness. Destination? The
summit of Mt Langley!
Loaded up and heading into the John Muir wilderness. Destination? The
summit of Mt Langley!
Many beautifully weathered tree stumps
abound near the Langley trailhead.
abound near the Langley trailhead.