TRIP DATES
Trip Overview
Experience the quiet and astonishing beauty of Yosemite in the winter as we camp on the rim of the Valley! Leave the crowds and tour buses of summer behind with each step as you snowshoe into the stark and stunning beauty of the backcountry. You'll enjoy breathtaking views of Yosemite's famous rock monuments while our expert guides teach you the tricks of comfortable winter camping. *Please note if there are extreme winter conditions at Dewey Point, this trip may be relocated to Tuolumne Grove/Crane Flat.
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DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Participants will be carrying their own gear as well as group gear (25 - 30 lbs total), for roughly 4 miles each day over moderate terrain at elevations up to 7,200 ft. We recommend doing some day hikes with a 25 - 30 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 - Saturday
Meet at the Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Area Lodge at 10 am
Trip orientation and gear discussion
Snowshoe roughly 4 miles on moderate terrain
Enjoy a trailside lunch
Enjoy spectacular views at the rim of Yosemite Valley
Make camp at Dewey Point
Enjoy a delicious, hot dinner along with a selection of hot beverages (e.g. coffee, tea, apple cider, hot chocolate)
Day 2 - Sunday
Enjoy a delicious, hot breakfast along with a selection of hot beverages (e.g. coffee, tea, apple cider, hot chocolate)
Break camp
Snowshoe roughly 4 miles on moderate terrain
Enjoy a trailside lunch
Enjoy spectacular views of a winter wonderland
Return to Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Area
Packing List
Required:
Snowshoes and Ski Poles (provided)
Lightweight 2 Person, 3-Season Tent (rentals available)
Backpacking Pack with Internal Frame - minimum 65L (rentals available)
Lightweight, Compressible Sleeping Bag Rated 0 Degrees with Compression Sack (rentals available)
Lightweight, Inflatable, and Insulated Sleeping Pad (rentals available)
Additional Closed Cell Foam Pad (provided)
Headlamp with Fresh Batteries (rentals available)
Mess Kit (bowl, insulated cup, and spork)
Sturdy, Waterproof Hiking Boots that are broken in
2-3L Water Bladder and 1L Bottle
Sunscreen, Sun Hat, Sunglasses (for snow blindness)
2x Wool or Synthetic Hiking Tops (quick dry, no cotton)
Hiking Pants (lightweight, quick dry, no cotton)
3 Pairs Wool or Synthetic Hiking or Ski Socks, Liner Socks (no cotton)
Thin, Liner Gloves for Hiking
3-4 Warm Layers for Camp: Baselayers, Fleece, Down Jacket, Ski Jacket/Winter Jacket, Fleece Pants or Ski Pants, Fleece Neck Warmer, Winter Hat, thick + waterproof Gloves/Mittens
Optional (but recommended):
Chemical Hand Warmers (highly recommended)
Down Pants
Down Booties
Camera/Phone
Luxury Item (small book, 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 small packages of these things or re-package them yourself.)
Photo Gallery
$395 per person
Included:
Two Expert, Medically Trained Guides
Group First Aid Kit
All Wilderness Permits and Camping Fees
Bear Canisters when necessary
Group Cooking Gear (including stoves and fuel)
Water Filtration
Dinners, Breakfasts, Hot Beverages, and Trail Snacks
Snowshoes and Ski Poles
Closed Cell Foam Pad (for extra insulation)
WAG Bags (typically, there isn't easy access to soil)
Pre-Trip Phone Briefing Approximately Two Weeks Prior to Trip
An Amazing Winter Wilderness Experience
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