bascially, i will only be in california for less than a year and i need to hike this bad boy before i leave. i didnt get a permit thru the lottery, but hoping i can score one with the mini lottery day-of (or before, depending on whether its a day hike or overnight).
i'm having trouble convincing friends to hike to 14.5k feet with me and like other hikes before, i am starting to wonder if i should go it alone. is this safe? or is there a way to meet other hikers in the same situation as me? any input is appreciated....thanks!
