JMT Life

Two people in hooded jackets sit on a mountain top at sunrise, gazing at the horizon. A sign in the sky reads Class of 2024—this peaceful scene is a stark contrast to any JMT horror stories 2024 may bring. Cool blue and orange tones fill the sky.

John Muir Trail

The Worst Moments of the John Muir Trail (2024 Survey)

ByMac June 16, 2025June 8, 2025

Reading Time: 10 minutes

The lowest moments of hikers’ John Muir Trail thru-hikes in 2024. Despite what social media says, the JMT isn’t all fun and rainbows.

Rocky mountains with snow patches reflected in a calm lake at sunset, illuminated by warm golden light. A label in the sky reads Class of 2024, inspired by epic JMT horror stories 2024 along the trail.

John Muir Trail

John Muir Trail Hiker Horror Stories (2024 Survey)

ByMac June 2, 2025June 7, 2025

Reading Time: 7 minutes

The John Muir Trail isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Here are the most frightening moments JMT hikers had during their 2024 JMT hikes.