John Muir Wilderness, Protected wilderness in Sierra Nevada, United States.
The John Muir Wilderness encompasses 652,000 acres of diverse terrain, from meadows to granite peaks, with elevations ranging from 5,800 to 14,000 feet.
Established in 1984 within Inyo National Forest, this area commemorates John Muir, the naturalist who shaped conservation principles in the United States.
The wilderness contains Mount Whitney, which at 14,494 feet stands as the highest summit in the contiguous United States, drawing mountaineers year-round.
Visitors need permits for overnight stays, and the United States Forest Service enforces strict regulations on group sizes and campfire locations.
The area protects the headwaters of three major rivers: the South and Middle Forks of San Joaquin River and the North Fork of Kings River.
Location: Madera County
Operator: United States Forest Service
GPS coordinates: 37.03839,-118.83630
Latest update: March 5, 2025 04:06
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