Full JMT
Overview
The famous John Muir Trail takes a line down through the heart of the beautiful High Sierra Nevada taking in the some of best sights the mountains of California has to offer. This spectacular backpacking trip is one of world's most famous long-distance hikes and a must-do for any long-distance hiking aficionado. With over 12 years of experience running JMT hikes, we strive to provide an exceptional experience along this iconic trail. With over 15 years of experience we are one of the most experienced guiding companies operating the John Muir Trail.
Our John Muir Trail hike is supported with multiple food resupplies, professional and personable mountain guides, private shuttles, top-notch logistics and backcountry cuisine that have all become a hallmark of California Alpine Guides backpacking trips. We keep our group sizes small for everyone's comfort and enjoyment.
After meeting in the town of Mammoth Lakes at our main office, the Eastern gateway to Yosemite, We take a shuttle to the beginning of the our adventure at the Horseshoe Meadows Trailhead just to the South of Mount Whitney. Heading North, we soon enter Sequoia National Park and move on towards Mount Whitney. After summiting Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the lower 48 states, we continue North along the John Muir Trail through some of the most fantastic mountain terrain in North America such as the Rae Lakes and Evolution Basin. Eventually we cross into Yosemite National Park and arrive at the end of our hike in the incomparable Yosemite Valley
Along the way, we see just about everything the Sierra Nevada has to offer...majestic peaks, alpine lakes, lush meadows and an abundance of wildlife. This trip is perfect for those with previous multi day wilderness backpacking experience who we are looking to immerse themselves in the wilderness and get away from "civilization" for a long period of time. While this is a a strenuous and committing hike at times, our itinerary allows some relaxation time amid the incredible beauty and quiet of California's High Sierra Nevada. We always try to camp in more out of the way locations to avoid other hikers.
Leave all the logistics and the cooking to our professional mountain guides and allow yourself to simply relax and enjoy one of America's most incredible wilderness journeys.
