Your section-by-section guide to the John Muir Trail
Declared one of the top five hiking trails on the planet by National Geographic Adventure magazine, the John Muir Trail runs a spectacular 211 miles from Yosemite Valley to the foot of Mount Whitney. e only way to experience this world-class trail is by foot, and Day & Section Hikes: John Muir Trail is here to guide you the entire way, whether you’re out for a day hike, for a few days on a section hike, or for the entire trail.
This handy guide includes:
trail maps and elevation profiles
ratings for scenery, difficulty, solitude, trail condition, and accessibility for children
driving directions to trailheads and coordinates for GPS users
permit and fee instructions as applicable
details about what to expect on the trail
“A fresh take on a classic, life-changing pilgrimage.”
—Andrew Dean Nystrom, award-winning author of
Top Trails: Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks
“Doherty’s insight makes for must-have reading.”
—Tom Hale, founder of Backroads, the world’s #1 active travel company