John Muir's Grand Yosemite (Musings & Sketches)

The renowned naturalist John Muir spent several years in Yosemite and returned there often throughout his life. His early training as a botanist instilled in him a keen eye for detail and a talent for representing his surroundings in his sketchbooks. Part treasure hunt, part immersive experience, this slender volume shares 25 places that beckoned Muir to draw them—places he paused in his ramblings and wondered over.

Thanks to detailed directions and coordinates, visitors to the park can find these spots and delight in the incredible scenery that Muir himself enjoyed, often from the same enduring spot. John Muir’s Grand Yosemite also includes Muir’s own voice in brief selections that accompany the locations; editor Michael Wurtz’s engaging commentary enlivens the tour.

Some of the locations featured:

Half Dome

Yosemite Falls

Glacier Point

Bridalveil Fall

Nevada Falls

Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias

Hetch Hetchy Valley

Cathedral Peak

Lembert Dome

and more!