Storm over Mt Whitney | Backpacking in the Sierras

It's amazing how much you can experience in one weekend with only an early start. I was always curious about hiking/camping Whitney in the winter but the addition of the storm made this so much more memorable.
Our adventure starts with two friends living on opposite ends of California deciding to meet in the middle in the town of lone pine. From Lone Pine, we made our way toward Whitney Portal where our hike would begin. We spent about 2 hours carrying our 35 pound packs up to Lone Pine Lake at around 9500 ft elevation. The wind had already started to pick up and we already knew the fun part was just beginning.
In no way did we go up there and just suffer/freeze. We were as prepared as possible and made sure our gear would withstand. At the end of the day, this was as much fun as anyone could have on election week of 2020. This was our escape.
Music from this video was inspired by the frontline documentary on Mt Everest called "Storm Over Everest". Bit dramatic but did the job right.
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[@amanaeri]

Very nice brother especially at 04:54 that one is awesome👌👌

[@ckonda]

Thanks! yep that was an awesome moment

[@kenzangeobio3054]

Dude did you guys wear crampons or micro spikes when it was snowy and icy?

[@MrDavercadaver]

Drones are prohibited in wilderness areas. Leave it at home.