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Outpost Camp Dispersed

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Outpost Camp Dispersed is located near the rugged terrain of the Sierra Nevada mountains in California. Temperatures can range from lows around 30°F in winter to highs near 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Mount Whitney, offering hiking opportunities, and the scenic views of Inyo National Forest.

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3 hrs 5 min from Bakersfield, CA
4 hrs 8 min from Visalia, CA
4 hrs 15 min from Hanford, CA
4 hrs 37 min from Fresno, CA

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Outpost Camp Dispersed is located in California

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36.57141131297927 N
118.25846813262856 W

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Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Reviewed Jul. 29, 2024

first camping option on hike to Mt Whitney

To camp at this dispersed area, you need an overnight permit for Mt Whitney. Winning the lottery is very tough, we managed to get permits in April when the "unclaimed" winning permits were released. Outpost Camp is 3.8 miles from Whitney Portal Campground, sitting at 10400 Ft compared to Mt Whiney Trail Camp which is closer to 6 miles in and sits around 12,000 Ft. You options for setting up tents will be on rocks, so make sure to bring a comfortable sleeping pad or mattress.

Month of VisitJuly