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 …

I backpacked 2 months straight on the Appalachian Trail during the summer and used Altra Trail Runners the whole time. I've also done the Mount Rainier in WA, and Long's Peak in CO. I'm …

Jan 24, 2022 · I want to thru hike the John Muir Trail. Good/best/favorite resources for planning? And what I'm most interested in, what should my level of experience be beforehand?

Aug 10, 2012 · The trail was well marked and almost every intersection had a sign. We never had trouble finding the right route. You still need a good map because not every sign indicated …

Nov 2, 2021 · These two days covered the 43 miles from Majorie Lake, over Mather Pass, down the Golden Staircase, over Muir Pass, and through Evolution Valley. For me, it doesn't get much …

I backpacked 2 months straight on the Appalachian Trail during the summer and used Altra Trail Runners the whole time. I've also done the Mount Rainier in WA, and Long's Peak in CO. I'm …

Nov 10, 2022 · How difficult is it to get John Muir Trail permits? I am planning on entering the lottery for two JMT permits for the upcoming season and was wondering how difficult it is to …

Aug 14, 2023 · The trail will be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays and will usually be open from 3:30 pm to 7 am (there may be some nights when the trail must remain closed). Vernal …

Nov 23, 2015 · How to prepare for the John Muir Trail as a non-hiker I'm in the VERY, VERY early stages of planning a hiking trip along the John Muir Trail (early as in, I just learned about the …

Nov 23, 2021 · 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 …