How many switchbacks are there up to Trail Crest on Mount Whitney? No one really knows. Those with keen vision should try to follow the trail down and to the left, as the switchbacks just keep on going—and going. Be glad you're not climbing up them right now.
— the Mount Whitney Trail and Trail Crest, seen from the 14,015' summit of Mount Muir.
PCT: Onion Valley to Cottonwood PassThe Pacific Crest Trail from Onion Valley to Cottonwood Pass—a five day, fifty mile hike through the interior Sierra.
North Palisade: the U-NotchGlaciers, couloirs, and rock in the heart of the High Sierra: 14,242' North Palisade is a true California classic.
Mt. Whitney: Mountaineer's RouteFor adventurous hikers, John Muir's Mountaineer's Route offers an unforgettable Whitney climb.
Grand Canyon: Walter Powell RouteMy brother and I go off the map in the Grand Canyon to find Walter Powell's 1869 rim-to-river route.
Sandstone Peak: Mishe Mokwa LoopOcean, canyon, and city views abound in this easy day hike to the top of Southern California's Santa Monica Mountains.
Mt. San Jacinto: Round Valley TrailEscape the desert's merciless heat via the Palm Springs Aerial Tram and Mount San Jacinto's Round Valley Trail.
Mt. Russell: East RidgeExplore the bleeding edge of Sierra Class 3 climbing on this day hike up Mount Russell's exposed East Ridge.
Mt. Langley: Cottonwood Lakes LoopA strenuous but scenic day hike up Mount Langley's Class 3 East-Southeast Ridge and down Army Pass.
