Campgrounds at Whitney Portal are usually open approx. May 15 - Oct. 15. Piped water and vault toilets. Day use area, picnic tables, grills and fishing pond with a fishing pier for the physically disabled. Open during summer months, supplies, meals souvenirs, showers.
Parking is limited.
Backpackers must park in paved overnight areas. Violators subject to citation. Overflow parking lot is located 500 ft. east of trailhead. Available at Whitney Portal facilities. Camping is not allowed along this trail so if you wish to stay overnight plan your hike to camp either at Lone Pine Campground or one of the campgrounds at Whitney Portal.