Mountaineers Route gear list for Mount Whitney
Tallest in contiguous U.S.; mostly non-technical hike via Whitney Trail, but altitude, weather, and permits shape success; early-season snowfields linger.
Steep snow gully to Whitney’s summit; classic mountaineering line with scrambling finish.
Gear List
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Warm Hat / Beanie
Sun Hat
Glacier Glasses
Ski Goggles
Neck Gaiter / Buff
Climbing Helmet
Headlamp
Moisture-Wicking Base Layer Top
Fleece Mid Layer
Down Jacket
Long Sleeve Sun Shirt
Sports Bra
Rain Jacket (Hiking/Trekking)
Lightweight Insulated Jacket
Liner Gloves
Insulated Shell Gloves
Moisture-Wicking Base Layer Bottom
Hardshell Pants
Climbing Pants
Moisture-Wicking Underwear
Mountaineering Boots (Single Boot)
Approach Shoes
Gaiters
10-Point Crampons
Hiking Socks
Liner Socks
Backpack (60-70L)
1 Liter Water Bottle
Stuff Sacks
Backpack Liner
Climbing Harness
Walking Ice Axe
Trekking Poles
Locking Carabiners
Cordelette
Prusik Loops
Climbing Rope
Avalanche Transceiver / Beacon
Avalanche Probe
Avalanche Shovel
Rappel Device
Cams - Medium
Nuts / Stoppers
Pulley - Rescue
Non-Locking Carabiners
Inflatable Sleeping Pad
Camp Stove
Cookset
Water Filter or Treatment
Bear Canister
Spork / Utensils
Insulated Mug
Lighter / Matches
Bowl
0-20 Sleeping Bag
3-Season Tent
GPS Device
Map and Compass
First Aid Kit
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with SPF
Power Bank
Phone
Notebook and Pen
Pocket Knife
Repair Kit
Blister Kit
Medications - Personal
Earplugs
Trash Bags
Toiletry Kit
Hand Sanitizer
Insect Repellent
Trail Snacks / Energy Food
Spare Batteries
Wet Wipes
Toilet Paper
Human Waste Pack-Out Kit
Menstrual Products