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Yosemite Half Dome & Clouds Rest
Yosemite Summit & Backpacking Adventure – 5-Day Guided Trip with Backcountry Skills
The granite domes are calling.
Yosemite is the perfect playground for Beginner or long time Hikers alike. ready to Take on The Cables of Half dome? How about you get the Best experience by taking a guide of over 8 years experience with you. and stand atop two of the park’s most iconic summits at sun rise while you experience all the hidden little stops along the way. Yosemite National Park is the best place to hike in the states and Im betting you will agree after this fantastic trip. Alpine lakes, Epic mountain tops, backcountry gourmet meals, what more could you ask for?
This 5-day adventure is designed for folks who want to take their hiking to the next level with professional guidance and a true Yosemite immersion. You’ll learn backpacking skills, navigation, and camp systems, then put them into action as we hike through Yosemite’s high country to the summits of Clouds Rest and Half Dome.
All the best trails, peaks, and alpine lakes in one jam packed week. Come play!
Trip Details:
Length: 5 Days. Distance: 23miles. Starting location: Curry Village
Spice: 🌶️ 3/5. Difficulty level: Beginner
1 Private $2205 1-2+ People $2048/person. 3+ people $1838/person.
Group trips:
Custom dates :feel free to to check availability.
Itinerary: subject to change due to nature of weather, guide discretion, permits, and conditions
Day One: 3.5 mi, +1853 ft
Meeting In the valley at curry village we go through our packs and prepare for our trek..What a great time to get to know our group with some ice breakers. Catching the shuttle to our trailhead we make our way towards Cathedral Lakes and Cathedral Peak, one of the most popular hikes in Yosemite and a personal favorite. After enjoying the peaceful stream side we jaunt to the high meadows over looking the lakes. Here we make our first camp.
Day Two: 4 mi, -1000 ft
Onward we go after a glories breakfast. We make our way to Sunrise Lakes for a dip and some laughs. Sunrise Lakes also has a great spot to see some excellent geology in the form of batholiths, massive igneous domes of granite that form like onions! This also makes a great spot to take an afternoon swim in an alpine lake.
Day Three: 7.18 mi, +1222 ft -3035 ft
From camp we charge up to the summit of Clouds Rest (9934 ft) along the spine of the mountain. At the top we enjoy the company of ravens and one of the best views in the park. After a lunch break we head down to Sunrise Creek camp. Once all the excitement of Clouds Rest has been properly soaked in we prepare for our Half Dome hike.
Day Four: 7.18 mi, +2046 ft -3121 ft
We rise nice and early to go summit Half Dome weather permitting with light packs. This incredible Peak is ascended using “The Cables.” The Cables part of the climb is about the length of a football field. From the top of The Cables we enjoy a bit of pancakes and the sunrise! After enjoying the view and a feeling of alpine bliss we make our way back to our camp.
Day Five: 4 mi, -2269 ft
After a breakfast and a relaxing yoga session by the Merced River (and maybe a quick swim), we make our way down the legendary Mist Trail. We hike past the beautiful Nevada Falls first to marvel at the cascading waters. Vernal Falls is next as well as some little easter egg surprises. into the valley we go conclude our hike and to a celebratory pizza. This day Is nice because we see this trail at a time when it is less busy! Ill show you a few local gems before we return to our cars.
specifics of Route can change due to park service, trail Maintenance, weather, and/ or safety concerns.
Whats Included:
Backcountry Gourmet food. Breakfast lunch dinner, and dessert! all prepared for you so you can focus on the views!
Professional guide certified in Wilderness first Responding
Leave no trace minded trip planning, we love to see the places we go stay beautiful
Shuttles
Swag! Your trip comes with a one of a kind Topo hoodie that has your route on it!
One night camping in the Valley itself.
Pre trip check in with your guide
Whats Not Included:
The items on the packing list ( linked above )
Tip
transport to and from start location: we do offer advice on this element at no charge.
Yosemite is Truly one of a kind. Let me share its timeless beauty with you. Alpine meadows, crystal clear lakes, and trails that surround you with literal rainbows. It sounds too good to be true so I guess you will just have to trust me on this one. Yosemite best is just one of those places.
For any questions or concerns feel free to reach out directly. My only goal is to to create a timeless memory with no headache.
