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> 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.

Plan & Go - The John Muir Trail is the ultimate guide on how to prepare for and hike one of the greatest trails in the world. Its main goal is to save you time, money, and make you feel confident about completing this awesome adventure. One after another, the book covers each topic you need to organize in advance: How do I get a permit? What are options for trailheads? How many days will it take me? Where can I send my resupply? What will the weather be like? How do I organize transportation? Plan & Go - The John Muir Trail also offers practical advice on athletic exercises, which food and what quantities to pack, how to pick gear and which work best, as well as various essentials for the trail. In addition, exclusive elevation profiles allow detailed daily distance planning, while checklists and a list of side trips ease preparation. Finally, facts and figures are rounded-off by the entertaining and highly motivating chronicles of the author's 15-day trek among the breathtakingly beautiful High Sierra peaks.