John Muir Trail

Plan a Trip

208.6

Miles

41,112′

Elevation Gain

30,966′

Elevation Loss

Sections

Campsites

🏨 3 lodgings·🚐 4 shuttles·Logistics →

Elevation ProfileHigh: 14,449' · Low: 4,055'

The one and only epic JMT.

Planning Guides for John Muir Trail

The JMT Resupply Guide

Four on-trail resupply points, one gateway town, and how to send a bucket to Muir Trail Ranch.

JMT Bear Canister Guide

SIBBG-approved canisters, volume sizing, rental vendors, and how to actually use a canister on the John Muir Trail.

🌊 Stream Crossings (4)

Mono CreekMile 87.2

Typical: ModeratePeak: Moderate

Bear CreekMile 97.1

Typical: ModeratePeak: Hard

Hazard window: Late May through early July; extends into August after heavy-snow winters

Alt: Downstream log crossing

Evolution CreekMile 115.5

Typical: HardPeak: Dangerous

Hazard window: Mid-May through early July, worse in heavy-snow years

Alt: Evolution Meadow

South Fork Kings RiverMile 155.6

Typical: HardPeak: Dangerous

Hazard window: Late May through mid-July; extends into August after heavy-snow winters

⚠ History of fatalities

Alt: East-side use trail bypass

Trail Sections

Yosemite National Park

23.5 mi

Mile 0.0 – 23.5

Ansel Adams Wilderness

Kings Canyon National Park

25.0 mi

Mile 110.0 – 135.0

2 Campsites

Kings Canyon National Park

33.0 mi

Mile 135.0 – 168.0

3 Campsites

Sequoia National Park

40.6 mi

Mile 168.0 – 208.6

2 Campsites

Hiker Cohorts

Pick your trailheads, choose campsites, and build a day-by-day itinerary. Hikeset tracks your gear, meals, and group so nothing gets left behind.

Start Planning

Free account. No credit card needed.