Follow the main canyon to Trail Canyon saddle, then follow the talus-covered ridge line. After reaching Peak 12,201 continue another thousand feet to Boundary Peak. Montgomery Peak is an hour beyond Boundary Peak. Detailed route descriptions are available from guide books. USGS and Inyo National Forest maps are available at White Mountain Ranger District Visitor Center.
Perennial streams shown on topo maps are the only reliable sources of water in the mountains.
Filter, boil for at least three minutes or chemically treat all drinking water . Only the conscientious effort of all visitors will preserve the unmarred beauty and wild character of this range. Dispersed camping is allowed outside of Ancient Bristlecone Pine forest boundaries and developed campgrounds with a campfire permit. The permit is available from field personnel and all ranger stations. To protect the scientific and scenic values of the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, campfires, and all camping and stoveuse outside of vehicles are prohibited within its designated boundaries.