Also, what tent are you taking? I have been advised not to take stakes (but to use rock anchors instead), as the ground at trail camp is supposedly unstakeable.
That's something I didn't even think about. I have the newbie special, light: a Quarter Dome 1. It's freestanding but I'd love to know how to secure it where you can't stake. Tie the guy lines to rocks?
Leaving tent open is a good idea. All food and food trash inside the canister.
Copy that. Almost forgot about trash.
Old trail is easy to find. Just read the
Old Trail thread. I saw a trip report where someone said crossing North Fork L.P. creek isn't a big problem anymore.
Got it.
Stove or not is a personal choice. I'd take mine, but its total weight including fuel is about 1/4 lb. Titanium Wing Stove with homemade aluminum foil wind screen.
That's something to consider. My cook system is 415g. Not terrible but it's a lot for a coffee and some eggs one morning. Especially if it's getting warmer.
Parking: At the trail head, in the overflow lot just below, and third choice is along the road. There should be enough available. Have not heard of any problems.
Awesome.
Altitude: Spend overnight at Horseshoe Meadows, or at least, the walk-in spots at Whitney Portal. The higher you sleep the better. Couple hours is not very effective.
This is where I'm going to struggle I bet. I've got limited time as I have a wedding I'll be rushing back from. Although maybe I could do this Horseshoe Meadows. Does it get filled up fast?
Thanks guys. I'm so grateful for this site. I had no idea how underprepared I was.
