This morning, I saw the trailer for a new documentary on the John Muir Trail, “Mile…Mile and a Half.” It looks like it will be worth a look when it comes out, and I hope I’m able to see it on the big screen.
In 2010, a friend and I hiked approximately the last 1/3 of the JMT, from Devil’s Postpile National Monument to Yosemite Valley. The scenery is spectacular, showcasing some of the finest peaks in the High Sierra. Of course, we passed the classic views of the Ritter Range, like Banner Peak, as well as the outstanding Yosemite high country. The Cathedral Range in Yosemite was among my favorite scenery of the whole trip–the rugged Echo Peaks and Mathes Crest are beautiful.
Our plan was to hike the rest of the JMT, but my friend’s bad knee has pretty much taken him out of the game. I am now thinking of ways to complete the trail, possibly even by doing it from the beginning in classic through-hike fashion. There’s something really special about getting in rhythm with the mountain range, and creating your own adventure.
Check out the trailer, which I’ve embedded below. Hopefully it inspires you to find your own adventure.
MILE…MILE & A HALF (trailer) from The Muir Project on Vimeo.
I’m looking forward to this as well Greg – should be really special. I’ve never hiked the entire JMT, just sections on various trips. We’re so fortunate to have such a bounty of beauty in the Sierra Nevada.
Thanks for sharing, been waiting for more on this come out. Can’t wait to actually see it !!
The JMT is definitely on MY list. Someday…
Cool trailer. 🙂
This looks wonderful! Excited to see the entire thing. I’ve still never been to California, but am planning on it this summer. I’m sure I’ll be planning my hike on the JMT as soon as I finish this film. 🙂
Cool video. Looks like the did a great job of loving the wilderness and capturing the spirit of Muir. Nice post.
Hi Greg. Thanks for the trailer, won’t be missing that movie. I did the JMT from Red’s Meadow to Half Dome one summer. It was an epic life’s list for sure. I just wish I had the gear and knowledge I have now. I’d love to do it again, but so many life’s lists, so little time. I wrote about it on my blog: http://agassizimaging.blogspot.com/2011/06/john-muir-trail.html
Wow! This looks great, thanks for sharing it Greg! The content looks amazing as well as the shooting/editing. Definitely one to keep my eye on when it’s released!
The video is inspirering. Love those sun cups! I encountered some on Mt. Lanley so deep, one had to be extra cautious! I have not done the entire JMT and have wanted to do it since I was a pup. My boss is planing now for this summer but he won’t take me along!