john-muir-trail

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