Essential Guide to Hiking the John Muir Trail: Plan & Go Now

>> In response to the ever-increasing popularity of the JMT, this fully-updated 2nd edition offers a more comprehensive overview of available permit options and reservation procedures as well as alternate trail access and exit points. It also includes detailed descriptions of popular JMT section hikes that can be completed in a week or less. <<

Plan & Go | John Muir Trail is the ultimate guide to hiking America’s most renowned long-distance trek between Yosemite Valley and Mt. Whitney. In a clear and concise manner, the book illustrates the highlights and unique characteristics of the JMT and provides details on all essential planning topics to save you time and effort with your own preparations. Supported by step-by-step instructions and first-hand recommendations, you will be well-equipped and feel more confident about completing this memorable adventure in the California Sierra Nevada.

The book provides answers to the following questions (and more):

How do I prepare for the JMT?When is the best time to go?How many days will it take me?What is the best permit strategy?Where can I send my resupply?What kind of gear works best?How do I get there and back?

In addition, Plan & Go | John Muir Trail offers practical advice on athletic training, which food to pack and in what quantities, how to select appropriate gear, and various other essentials for the trail. The book further includes detailed elevation profiles of the trail along with an overview of popular multi-day section hikes to help you create an itinerary that best suits your personal preferences. The wealth of facts and figures is topped off with the entertaining and motivating account of the author’s own 15-day JMT trek amidst the breathtakingly beautiful High Sierra peaks.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ sandiburg press
Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 8, 2016
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1943126054
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1943126057
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.3 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.44 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #2,487,001 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #2,202 in Hiking & Camping Instructional Guides #4,708 in Hiking & Camping Excursion Guides (Books) #15,416 in Individual Sports
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