Day and Section Hikes: John Muir Trail (Paperback)

Declared recently as one of the top five hiking trails on the planet by National Geographic's "Adventure" magazine, the John Muir Trail (JMT) runs a spectacular 221 miles from fabled Yosemite Valley to the foot of Mt. Whitney, the tallest peak in the lower 48. Along the way from Yosemite the JMT takes in Kings Canyon and Sequoia national parks, the Inyo National Forest, and the Devils Postpile National Monument. The only way to experience this world-class trail is by foot and "Day and Section Hikes: the John Muir Trail "is here to guide you the entire way, whether out for one of the day hikes, out for a few days on a section hike, or tackling the entire trail.
Each Day and Section Hike contains four key elements to help you plan and enjoy the perfect day or overnight:
GPS-Based Trail Maps
GPS-Based Elevation Profiles
Directions to the Trailhead
Trail Descriptions
Each trail description offers precise commentary on what to expect along the way and rates each hike for
Scenery
Trail ConditionDifficulty
Accessibility for Children
Solitude
Designed to fit easily into a back pocket, this guide leads hikers and backpackers to sites of exceptional beauty and solitude. The peace of mind found on these hikes just can't be had from a climate-controlled automobile, so let "Day and Section Hikes: The John Muir Trail "help you discover the best that the JMT has to offer.