Continued from A Look at My Typical Day of hiking on the John Muir Trail
The JMT is super clean, has no visible trash, and is well maintained (let’s keep it that way, please). Trash used to be an issue in the parks, but a little education goes a long way and patrons now have greater awareness of the environmental impact of litter. I was also impressed by the signage. The signs were so clear that I did not need serious navigation skills for the JMT, though I believe all hikers should possess a map and compass—and the ability to use them.
Etched anodized aluminum signs of the John Muir Trail and Inyo National Forest. Photo credit: Brien Crothers