Along the legendary John Muir Trail through the magical Sierra

Learn everything you need to know about the 2024 John Muir Trail permit process including where to start, JMT trail quotas, & lottery dates

Whitney means you need to add at least 11 more miles to reach the nearest trailhead Permits are required for hiking the John Muir Trail, and

permit john muir trail Permits Permits are required on the John Muir Trail, and a ranger will likely ask to see yours at some point along the route Landing a permit

permits for angels landing Permits are required and limited in order to protect the fragile wilderness areas through which the trail passes Proper planning and compliance