A once in a lifetime experience
This was probably one of the most epic camping experiences ever, but I wouldn't do it again. The hike to the peak was nuts - we stayed at halfway camp in negative degree weather - and then summited on day 2. My hands turned yellow from holding my pack and accidentally cutting off circulation and my boyfriend got altitude sickness with 50 feet to go. It was rough. But we summited right at sunset and after a quick celebration picture we hurried to set up our tent and crash. There are a few "campspots" that people have outlined with a rock barrier to protect from wind, although it was still insanely difficult to set up camp in that blowing wind and cold air. One quick sip of whiskey and then we were out like a light. Morning came fast and the wind never quit so we packed up camp and hiked down for 20 minutes before pulling out coffee to have breakfast in peace. There were a couple kids who hiked in shorts and barely any equipment - they were crazy & in love and I'm sure didn't know what they were getting themselves into.