Hi Steve,

I arrive a couple days ahead of the group next Wednesday to secure the permit and hangout at Whitney Portal. Do I need to reserve a campsite or are walk-ins accepted? Even better, is it acceptable to sleep in my truck at a parking spot?

As far as the group is concerned, the majority of them will arrive, Thursday, a day before the hike begins. Will there be ample multi-day parking at the Whitney Portal trailhead, or should we make secondary plans for parking?

Trying to tie up all loose ends before the hike Friday morning at 0500. (Hiking to Trail Camp). Also, is 0500 a decent starting time?

Thanks....