John Muir and Pacific Crest Trails - U.S. National Park Service
Oct 15, 2024 · The 211-mile John Muir Trail is a world-famous trail stretching from Yosemite Valley to Mount Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous United States. Because the John Muir Trail overlaps the Pacific Crest Trail for most of its length, the Pacific Crest Trail Association also provides details about the John Muir Trail .
John Muir Trail - Wikipedia
The John Muir Trail (JMT) is a long-distance trail in the Sierra Nevada mountain range of California, passing through Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. It is named after John Muir, a naturalist.
A Complete Guide to Hiking the John Muir Trail - CleverHiker
Aug 9, 2024 · The classic John Muir Trail route begins in Yosemite at the Happy Isles trailhead and travels to the summit of Mt. Whitney near the Whitney Portal trailhead in Inyo National Forest. This is the most in-demand and subsequently congested starting point.
John Muir Trail Map - The JMT Wilderness Conservancy
For GPS coordinates, detailed botanical and geological information, JMT history and lore, and more, you can purchase: John Muir Trail: An Essential Guide to Hiking America’s Most Famous Trail, by Elizabeth Wenk.
John Muir Trail planning, resupply, permit and map information
The John Muir Trail passes through what many backpackers say is the finest mountain scenery in the United States. This is a land of 13,000-foot and 14,000-foot peaks, of lakes in the thousands, and of canyons and granite cliffs.
The Ultimate John Muir Trail Planning Guide (2024 Updated) — …
Feb 29, 2024 · The John Muir Trail winds through the stunning alpine scenery of the Sierra Nevada, including Yosemite and Mount Whitney. In this guide, you'll find all the detailed info you need to plan an epic JMT thru-hike, from permits to SOBO vs …
A Complete Guide To The John Muir Trail
Dec 31, 2018 · The John Muir Trail covers 211 miles through the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range in California. In this guide, I've put together everything you'll need to plan your own hike, including tips on permits, gear, food, training, and logistics.
Mist Trail and John Muir Trail Trailhead - U.S. National Park Service
Jun 4, 2024 · The John Muir Trail is an alternate route to the top of Vernal Fall. The very popular John Muir and Mist Trails offer spectacular, up-close views of two large waterfalls, enjoyable scenery along the Merced River, and unique views across Yosemite Valley.
A practical guide to trekking California's John Muir Trail - Lonely Planet
Nov 18, 2019 · Nothing is quite like the 211-mile John Muir Trail – a sea of granite and snowcapped peaks, with creeks flowing down to alpine lakes. Here's a primer.
John Muir Trail - U.S. National Park Service
Apr 16, 2021 · Let the overwhelming views of Tuolumne Meadows' peaks and meadows compete for your attention as you venture into Lyell Canyon via the John Muir Trail. Begin across the road from Dog Lake parking area. This trail passes through Lyell Canyon, along the Lyell Fork of the Tuolumne River.