John Muir Trail

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• A famous 223 mile trail that takes the hiker through scenic vistas of the Sierra mountain range
  • [[quotes]] "Climb the mountains and get their god tidings" - John Muir
• Best time to hike the JMT is between July and September when the snow is melted
• SOBO is more popular than NOBO, because the hardest sections is at the end of the trail when your pack is lighter
• Have to obtain a wilderness permits and there are certain quotas per year
  • Apply 168 days in advance, will need to research which trailhead to start from
  • https://yosemite.org/jmt-rolling-lottery-application/
  • https://yosemite.org/planning-your-wilderness-permit/
  • Starting terminus
    • https://www.shedreamsofalpine.com/blog/john-muir-trail-permits
    • Park at the exit location and take public transit to the starting location
• Resupply locations
  • https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/john-muir-trail/jmt-resupply/
• Should plan for 10-15 days off work
  • Probably around labour day in September which can avoid the mosquito seasons
  • Also need to consider possible fire season