Stretching 220 miles from Yosemite Valley to Whitney Portal, California's famed John Muir Trail passes through some of the most dramatic scenery in the country: massive granite peaks, breathtaking waterfalls, pristine alpine lakes, and vibrant meadows filled with dazzling Sierra wildflowers. John Muir Trail provides everything you need to know about hiking and backpacking the JMT's 13 sections, along with options for trips branching off the main route. Whether you're hiking the entire trail or just sections of it, you'll find plenty of start-to-finish information here! Inside You'll Find, Detailed trail descriptions and expert advice from a respected authority on the JMT, 16 topographic maps covering all 13 sections, plus elevation profiles for each section, Additional maps, elevation profiles, and descriptions for side trips and hikes along the JMT's lateral trails, Pre-trip planning information: food resupplies, gear, permits, transportation, and more, Information about the trail's history, flora, fauna, and geology, Get the companion John Muir Data Book for all the need-to-know details about the JMT in a streamlined, easy-to-carry reference. Book jacket.