Mile 211 Already

Mile 211 Already

by | Sep 16, 2014 | Hiking

In Part 3 of my JMT trip, I have another distant brush with a backcountry airlift, connect with Taylor after his bruising trip up Taboose Pass, avoid getting fried by lightning on a 12,000 ft pass, and reach Mt. Whitney after 211 miles. If you need a refresher or...
Airlifts and Zero Days, the Yin and Yang of the JMT

Airlifts and Zero Days, the Yin and Yang of the JMT

by | Sep 10, 2014 | Hiking

In part 2 of my JMT trip run-down, I have my first close(-ish) encounter with a backcountry airlift and wallow in a lazy zero day at Upper Palisade Lake. Here’s Part 1 if you missed it. Day 5 Day 5 was relatively short and easy thanks to the extra hours I put in...
Prettiest 400-Mile Long Chunk of Granite You’ll Ever See

Prettiest 400-Mile Long Chunk of Granite You’ll Ever See

by | Aug 30, 2014 | Hiking

I’ve been looking forward to hiking the entire JMT for years. Somehow the trip managed to surpass my wildest expectations despite the years of buildup. It was worth every second I had to wait. Pre-Hike The trip began on August 8 with a mad dash around...
What You Need to Know to Hike the JMT

What You Need to Know to Hike the JMT

by | Aug 27, 2014 | Hiking

The JMT is possibly the most famous multi-day trail in the United States. It is certainly worthy of the acclaim. Here’s what you need to know to hike this wonderful trail. Route The traditional route on the JMT runs north to south from Happy Isles in Yosemite to...