Hiking has become my core value. The more time I spend in nature the further I feel connected to self. This feeling pushed me to start with day hikes, multiday backpacking and now the legendary John Muir Trail (JMT)!
JMT is renowned for being one of the most beautiful and challenging long-distance hiking trails in the world. It spans 211 miles from Yosemite National Park (YNP) to Mount Whitney in California excluding the hike to resupply stations and Mount Whitney summit to Whitney Portal. The trail traverses iconic wilderness areas, including Yosemite NP, John Muir Wilderness, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks, as well as the Ansel Adams Wilderness. We set ourselves to face a total elevation gain of approximately 47,000 feet. The route will take us through high alpine passes, past pristine glacial lakes, and natural granite formations, all of which are truly awe-inspiring.