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Inyo National Forest
RoutesPlaces to seeMountain PeaksNorth AmericaUnited StatesCaliforniaInyo County
Inyo National Forest
The Top 20 Peaks in Inyo National Forest
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Inyo National Forest is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Inyo National Forest for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Inyo National Forest for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 25, 2025
Mount Whitney
Highlight • Summit
With an elevation of 14,505 feet (4,421 meters), Mount Whitney is the highest point in the contiguous United States. The summit is the southern terminus of the famous John Muir …
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Kearsage Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Only about 4.6 miles distance from the trailhead parking at Onion Valley Road, Kearsage Pass is a popular resupply detour for long distance hikers on the John-Muir or Pacific Crest …
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Smithsonian Institution Shelter
Highlight • Mountain Hut
The Smithsonian Institution Shelter is also known as the Mount Whitney Summit Shelter.
Only four days after the first trail to the summit was completed in 1904, an employee of …
Only four days after the first trail to the summit was completed in 1904, an employee of …
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Minaret Vista and summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
Minaret Vista offers a stunning view of Mammoth Lakes' iconic skyline, the Minarets, which are part of the Ritter Range. You will recognize them by the sharp, jutting spires that …
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Second Lake and Temple Crag
Highlight • Lake
The pictures taken from this small rocky outcrop above Second Lake, marked here by a tentsite symbol, are ICONIC. If the pictures above look familiar, that’s because… well.. they are! …
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