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The ultimate adventure guide
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Muir Trail Ranch.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Entering the John Muir Wilderness.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
The trail follows the South Fork San Joaquin River for a while.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Stunning views at McClure Meadows.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Deer.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Evolution Lake and the JMT.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Stunning views from trail.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
The Evolution Basin is an incredible section of trail.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Heading toward Muir Pass.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Views from trail.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Wanda Lake.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Views from near the top of Muir Pass.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Muir Pass and the Muir Pass Hut.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Muir Pass Hut.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Plaque inside the Muir Pass Hut.
Mike Windsor
Photo Date:
08/28/2025
Muir Pass and Hut.