Blick auf die Hitchcock Lakes
Blick auf die Hitchcock Lakes
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Blick auf die Hitchcock Lakes
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The John Muir Trail offers a profound journey through the High Sierra, covering a difficult 239.1 miles (384.8 km) with an elevation gain of 46393 feet (14140 metres). As you hike, you will traverse pristine alpine lakes and ascend towering mountain peaks, culminating at Mount Whitney's summit for expansive views. This demanding route typically requires around 125 hours and 9 minutes of trekking, immersing you in a landscape of granite and sky.
Planning for the John Muir Trail is essential, as securing a permit is highly competitive due to its popularity. Be ready for high-altitude conditions, where snow can remain on passes well into July. You should also prepare for potential challenges like swollen rivers during the early season, which can impact your progress. Most hikers allocate about three weeks to complete the entire journey.
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23,7km
09:20
1.180m
1.180m
Schwierige Wanderung. Sehr gute Kondition erforderlich. Überwiegend gut begehbare Wege. Trittsicherheit erforderlich.
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Höhenmeter 4.180 m
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Montag 7 September
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