Trip report
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This report is from before I put more time into writing and taking route photos, so it may not be very helpful. I'm keeping it up for the memories, and will one day hopefully return to better document. Find other reports in this region.
Oct 28, 2015 — The last mile of the dirt road to Mahogany Flat campground is rough, and likely requires high clearance. Sedans can likely make it to Thorndike Campground, but at least a Crossover is required to get to Mahogany Flat. My trip report assumes you can get to the trailhead, but expect to possibly add more mileage and vertical to your day without a burly enough vehicle. The trail to Telescope Peak is well-maintained and really gorgeous. You get views of the tallest point in the contiguous US, Mount Whitney, and the lowest point, Badwater Basin. The hike is straightforward and quite remote.