I’ve been sheltering myself from this storm for a few hours now. The long climb up to Palisade Lake didn’t make it to Upper before the thunder.
JMT Day 17: Well-Known Muir Hut and Rock Monster
Sweet camping spot tonight at Le Conte Canyon. Pretty sure I’m like 30 ft. from the creek though.
John Muir Trail Day 16: Evolution + Wanda Lake
Wasn’t tired to stop, but needed water before reaching the ranger station. Don’t know why, just feel like I might get caught up talking with people.
John Muir Trail Day 15: The Day I Lost My Stiiizy
I’m currently sitting in the San Joaquin River soaking my butt, legs, & feet. I’m wearing the sports bra I’ve been hiking in the past 5 miles.
John Muir Trail Day 14: Muir Trail Ranch + Pringles
This place is magical, I’m telling ya. Getting to MTR was awesome. My resupply was everything I needed it to be.
John Muir Trail Day 13: Mile 100 and a Beautiful Sunset at Marie Lakes
This would be mile 1.11. Trying to slow down a bit, so I decided to stop at the creek. Low enough where I can walk across the creek with water to my ankles.
John Muir Trail Day 12: VVR to Bear Ridge Trail
Breakfast @ VVR was nice. Not amazing, but nice to have a warm coked meal that doesn’t include boiling water. Needed ketchup for my potatoes though.
John Muir Trail Day 11: VVR + Shower Beer
Early morning journaling today. Tried to sleep in, but my body is restless. Feet are tired, not sure, body’s a little sore, but honestly no real complaints.
JMT Day 10: Silver Pass Was Nice, Until it Wasn’t…
I’m not even sure how I did 11.47 miles today, but you know what- it sure in hell feels like it. Started the day late, at 10 AM.
John Muir Trail Day 9: Sunset at Lake Virginia
Just finished cooking dinner: garlic creamy shells w/broccoli. I know, I was supposed to have burritos tonight, but I think I’ll make it to VVR tomorrow.
JMT Day 8: The Start of my Solo SOBO JMT Journey
Back on the JMT. Solo this time and I’m not sure how I feel about it so far. Loving my new 1P tent. Ice cream + beer at Reds before hitting the trail at 3 PM.
JMT Day 7: Reds Meadow + Trail Exit
Journaling from my bed tonight. I’m home for the next 2 days for Uncle Fred’s funeral. We made it to Reds Meadow today and the hike was pretty much downhill into Mammoth.
John Muir Trail Day 6: Hit 50 Miles & Sisters’ Last Day
Finally, an afternoon to just chill! This morning was nice. After last night near encounter with a bear, I think we were both just ready to ditch that spot.
John Muir Trail Day 5: Connecting The Dots…
Today, I’m most tired. Not many miles but started the day late. It was nice though; we camped near Rush Creek and had the place to ourselves.
John Muir Trail Day 4: Farewell Yosemite
Camping way off trail today, just the way I like it. Woke up early, got on trail 8 AM! Donohue Pass. Ran into Canada “Commando” from Tuolumne Meadows.