By David Clock

　　Last year, David Clock hiked California’s 211-mile John Muir Trail. His striking photos reveal the grandeur of the trail’s surrounding terrain, and they kick off our series: Thru the Lens: Photo Journeys of the Major Thru-Hikes.”

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　　View more of Davids photos at: www.davidclockphotography.com   

　　Originally Published March 9th, 2016.