Mt. Whitney Portal Store & Hostel Forums General Mt. Whitney Portal Store Message Board Fire restrictions in effect now

Hello there. Does anyone know the fire restrictions for backpacking at the Inyo national forest? Would I be able to at least use my portable stove to cook? With the low temperature in the 30s how to keep ourselves warm without a fire? What are overnight hikers handling it while trying to summit Whitney without a fire?
Any suggestions? Much appreciated

Borboleta,

The Inyo NF website has a link to "Current Fire Restrictions."

Hikers who possess a California Campfire Permit may use a portable stove using pressurized liquid fuel.

California Campfire Permits are easy to get online and are free.

Enjoy your hike on the Mountain and be safe.

Jim

Thank you for this ! I got my fire permit. At least I can cook!