The John Muir Trail by Castle, Alan -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover About the Author Title Page Bibliographic Information Contents Overview Map Map Key Trail Summary Introduction

Background

John Muir Parks along the JMT The Pacific Crest Trail Notes on Using the Guidebook

Planning your Trip

Which Direction? When to Go All or Part of the Trail? In a Group or Alone? Wilderness Permits Flights to California Public Transport to and from the Trailhead Booking Accommodation Maps Equipment Food Supplies

Walking the Trail

General Fitness and Trail Fitness Health and Medical Considerations Water Purification Coping with Altitude Dealing with Bears River Crossings Other Natural Hazards Low-Impact Trekking and National Park/Wilderness Regulations Camp Routine Time Difference Public Holidays in the US Money Insurance

The Natural World

Geology of the Sierra Nevada Vegetation and Flowers on the John Muir Trail Birds of the John Muir Trail Mammals along the Trail

Trail Guide

Optional Rest Day – Tuolumne Meadows

Rest Day – Vermilion Valley Resort

Lone Pine

Epilogue Appendix 1: Camping Areas on the JMT Appendix 2: Ranger Stations along the JMT Appendix 3: Escape Routes on the JMT Appendix 4: Bear Box Locations on the JMT Appendix 5: Mountain Passes and Peaks on the JMT Appendix 6: Useful Addresses and Websites in the UK and US Appendix 7: Bibliography Listing of Cicerone Guides About Cicerone