Canine John Muir

The John Muir Trail is open to dogs for a bit less than half its length. Sure, you'll miss the most famous scenery, but if you don't like it, complain to the park service not to me.

photo of scenery, snow, and dog

Silver Pass, July 2005

Trail

8.8 miles	Rush Creek Trailhead to John Muir Trail junction
6.4 miles round-trip (optional)	Up to Donahue Pass and back
70.0 miles	regular John Muir Trail, from Rush Creek Trail to Piute Canyon
15? miles	over Piute pass to North Lake trailhead

More on the trail and resupply

Conditions

Snow on the passes into June - August. Risk of fall snowstorms starting around October.
Difficult stream crossings, especially during snow melt season (which can last into June or July).
Horses are found here.

More on horses, snow, and stream crossings.

Suggestions for gear and food

More on dog food, dog packs, booties, dog jackets, and sleeping pads for dogs.

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