Publisher's Synopsis
The Guide To The John Muir Trail And The High Sierra Region is a comprehensive guidebook written by Walter A. Starr, Jr. The book provides a detailed description of the John Muir Trail, which is a famous hiking trail that spans over 200 miles in the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California. The guidebook includes information on the trail's history, geology, flora, and fauna, as well as practical advice on planning and preparing for a hike on the trail.The book is divided into sections that correspond to different sections of the trail, with detailed maps and elevation profiles for each section. There are also descriptions of side trails and alternate routes that hikers can take to explore the surrounding wilderness. In addition to the John Muir Trail, the book also covers other popular hiking destinations in the High Sierra region, including Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, and Sequoia National Park.The guidebook includes information on camping, water sources, and permits, as well as tips on safety and Leave No Trace principles. It also provides recommendations for gear and equipment, and advice on how to deal with common challenges that hikers may face on the trail, such as altitude sickness and inclement weather.Overall, the Guide To The John Muir Trail And The High Sierra Region is an essential resource for anyone planning to hike in the Sierra Nevada mountains. It combines practical advice with in-depth knowledge of the area's history and ecology, making it an informative and engaging read for both novice and experienced hikers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
