With sweeping views of the Mammoth Lakes basin, unique geological formations, and tons of alpine lakes, the Deer Lake/Duck Lake loop offers 15 miles of beautiful wilderness.

Between Sequoia National Park updating to the recreation.gov permitting system to wilderness closures from recent fires to updated COVID regulations, here's what you need to know for backpacking the High Sierra Trail in the summer of 2021.

Everything you need to know about thru-hiking the High Sierra Trail, including permit information, trip itineraries, gear recommendations, transportation, and more.