TRIP DATES
Not Available in 2021
Trip Overview
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DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Participants will be carrying their own gear as well as group gear (35 - 45 lbs total), for roughly 6.5 miles each day over easy to moderate terrain with minimal elevation drops and gains. We recommend doing numerous day hikes and training with a 35 - 45 lb pack prior to your trip. Individuals should be in decent physical condition (See our Training Recommendations). Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian participating on the trip and are subject to manager approval.
Trip Itinerary
Although we'll always do our best to adhere to this schedule, it is often dictated by factors outside of our control and is therefore subject to change. We will run this trip rain or shine as long as it is safe to do so.
Day 1
Meet at the Lembert Dome Picnic Area in Tuolumne Meadows at 9 am
Trip orientation and gear discussion
Hike 6.5 miles on rolling to downhill terrain
Enjoy spectacular views of Tuolumne Meadows
Enjoy a trailside lunch
Make camp near the Tuolumne River
Enjoy a delicious, hot dinner along with a selection of hot beverages (e.g. coffee, tea, apple cider, hot chocolate)
Day 2
Enjoy a delicious, hot breakfast along with a selection of hot beverages (e.g. coffee, tea, apple cider, hot chocolate)
Optional day hike: Hike 2.5 miles predominately downhill along the Tuolumne River to Waterwheel Falls with a lightweight day pack
Enjoy spectacular views of the Tuolumne River
Enjoy a trailside lunch
Hike 2.5 miles predominately uphill back to camp with a lightweight day pack
Enjoy a delicious, hot dinner along with a selection of hot beverages (e.g. coffee, tea, apple cider, hot chocolate)
Day 3
Enjoy a delicious, hot breakfast along with a selection of hot beverages (e.g. coffee, tea, apple cider, hot chocolate)
Break camp
Hike 6.5 miles on moderate uphill terrain
Enjoy a trailside lunch
Enjoy spectacular views of Tuolumne Meadows
Return to the Lembert Dome Picnic Area
Congratulations! You just backpacked/hiked 17 miles with 2.2k elevation gain over 3 days!
Packing List
Required:
Lightweight 2 Person, 3-Season Tent (rentals available)
Backpacking Pack - minimum 60L (rentals available)
Lightweight, Compressible Sleeping Bag rated 15 to 25 degrees (rentals available)
Lightweight Sleeping Pad, inflatable recommended (rentals available)
Headlamp with fresh batteries (rentals available)
Mess Kit (bowl, insulated cup, and spork)
Sturdy Hiking Boots that are broken in
2-3L Water Bladder and 1L Bottle
Sunscreen, Sun Hat, Sunglasses
Hiking Pants/Shorts (lightweight, quick dry)
Wool or Synthetic Hiking Tops (quick dry)
Wool or Synthetic Hiking Socks, Liner Socks
Seasonal Layers: Baselayers, Fleece/Down Jacket, Winter Hat, Lightweight Gloves
Waterproof Rain Jacket and Pack Cover (Poncho at minimum)
Optional (but recommended):
Trekking Poles (rentals available)
Lightweight Day Pack
Lightweight Camp Shoes/Water Shoes
Camera/Phone
Luxury Item (small book/kindle, deck of cards, etc.)
Guide Gratuities (optional)
Do NOT bring:
Soap
Full Wallet and Set of Keys
Full sized Toothpaste, Deodorant, Sunscreen, etc. (Please only bring travel size packages of these things or re-package them yourself.)
Photo Gallery
$545 per person
Included:
Two Expert, Medically Trained Guides
Group First Aid Kit
All Wilderness Permits and Camping Fees
Bear Canisters
Group Cooking Gear (including stoves and fuel)
Water Filtration
Dinners, Breakfasts, Hot Beverages, and Trail Snacks
Pre-Trip Phone Briefing Approximately Two Weeks Prior to Trip
An Amazing Wilderness Experience
*Dates are tentative based on backcountry permits, secured 6 months prior to departure.
Not Included:
Transportation to and from Yosemite
Personal Backpacking Gear (see Gear List below; rentals available)
Lunches (although a Trail Snack Bag is provided)
Park Entrance Fees
Insurance of any kind
Guide Gratuities