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Meet John McKinney
The Trailmaster

For over 30 years, John McKinney has been the voice of California hiking. He is the only person to have hiked all 280 California State Parks and completed the entire 1,600-mile California Coastal Trail.

More than just a guide, John is an outdoor philosopher who shares the mental, physical, and spiritual benefits of connecting with nature.

30+ Years Experience
18+ Guidebooks
1600 Miles Coastal
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Spiritual Journeys

John McKinney

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Holy Mountain

Hiking the Holy Mountain

Tales of Monks and Miracles

While the 'plot' and colorful cast of Greek monks seem like they came from a movie script, this is very much a true story of Mt. Athos.

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On The Edge

Hiking on the Edge

1600 Miles on the CA Coastal Trail

No one had ever walked along the edge of the state to determine if a California Coastal Trail was even possible. Until now.

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Nine Months of Spring Hiking

Spring is the exact same length as other seasons. But wherever you live, and wherever you hike, spring is the season everyone agrees upon.

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Dictionary

Why I Compiled a Hiker's Dictionary

The idea for a Hiker's Dictionary came to me a few years ago when I was speaking to the annual California Recreational Trails Conference.

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State Parks

Best Parks for Spring Flowers

California State Parks offer some of the best hiking the state has to offer: Torrey Pines, Malibu Creek, Point Lobos.

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