Originally Posted By: Bee
Originally Posted By: hike500

Sounds like taking a small amount of chemical should do the trick. I did find an article today on the recommended water sources on the trail. Thanks for all the above advice!


Be sure to try out the chemical at home, first, if you have not used it before. If it tastes too awful, it may discourange you from wanting to drink water.

I agree with WB that the Whitney main trail has become a uniquely impacted area (that may not remain in line with the pristine reputation of high sierra water quality due to the ubiquitous WAG bag presence.)

Thanks for the heads up, I have used Aqua Mira before with a little flavoring and I didn't notice the taste much. I have used a filter before on the trail and if it weren't for the cost and extra weight I would probably just pick another up. Thanks again.





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