Quotes by John Muir

About John Muir:


John Muir is a prominent American conservation organization. The 211-mile (340 km) John Muir Trail, a hiking trail in the Sierra Nevada, was named in his honor. Other such places include Muir Woods National Monument, Muir Beach, John Muir College, Mount Muir, Camp Muir and Muir Glacier. In Scotland, the John Muir Way, a 130 mile long distance route, was named in honor of him.

Author Bio


  • NameJohn Muir
  • DescriptionScottish-born American naturalist and author
  • BornApril 21, 1838
  • DiedDecember 24, 1914
  • CountryUnited Kingdom; United States Of America
  • ProfessionBotanist; Geologist; Explorer; Engineer; Inventor; Essayist; Writer; Autobiographer; Conservationist; Mountaineer