- Journey to -
Half Dome and Clouds Rest
- Journey to -
Half Dome
- and -
Clouds Rest
Classic. Thrilling.
- Climb the iconic and hair-raising Half Dome cables
- Scramble to the top of Clouds Rest and take in a jaw-dropping 360° view
- Camp and swim at the famous Cathedral Lakes
Journey to Half Dome
And Clouds Rest
Length: 6 Days / 30 Miles
Trip Type: Moderate/Thrilling
2022 Dates:
- permit pending
Cost: $1,395
- Deposit: $300
- Balance due: 90 days in advance
Adventure
Itinerary
Journey to Half Dome and Clouds Rest
- Climb the iconic and hair-raising Half Dome cables
- Scramble to the top of Clouds Rest and take in a jaw dropping 360° view
- Camp and swim at the famous Cathedral Lakes
Length: 6 Days / 30 Miles
Trip Type: Moderate / Thrilling
2022 Dates:
- permit pending
Cost: $1,395
- Deposit: $300
- Balance due: 90 days in advance
- Adventure Itinerary -
DAY ONE
Explore Yosemite’s front country on your own. Meet your guide in the early evening at the backpackers campground. Go over gear and itinerary, set up camp, and eat a hot cooked meal.
0 miles
DAY ONE
Explore Yosemite’s front country on your own. Meet your guide in the early evening at the backpackers campground. Go over gear and itinerary, set up camp, and eat a hot cooked meal.
0 miles
DAY TWO
Wake up to coffee and a hot breakfast. A short, steep climb leads us to the famous Cathedral Lakes. Spend the afternoon watching climbers, swimming, and luxuriating in this famous classic Yosemite vantage.
4 miles
DAY TWO
Wake up to coffee and a hot breakfast. A short, steep climb leads us to the famous Cathedral Lakes. Spend the afternoon watching climbers, swimming, and luxuriating in this famous classic Yosemite vantage.
4 miles
DAY THREE
We leave the crowds behind and make our way into the peaceful Sunrise Meadows. We stop to rest in the silence of Yosemite’s secluded high country. As evening falls, we cook dinner next to another Yosemite classic: The Sunrise Lakes!
7 miles
DAY FOUR
It is surprising how quickly we reach the summit of Clouds Rest. We explore the infinite details of the vast view before heading down to camp. Half Dome looms over our little tents, daring us to climb her sheer granite heights.
8 miles
DAY THREE
We leave the crowds behind and make our way into the peaceful Sunrise Meadows. We stop to rest in the silence of Yosemite’s secluded high country. As evening falls, we cook dinner next to another Yosemite classic: The Sunrise Lakes!
7 miles
DAY FOUR
It is surprising how quickly we reach the summit of Clouds Rest. We explore the infinite details of the vast view before heading down to camp. Half Dome looms over our little tents, daring us to climb her sheer granite heights.
8 miles
DAY FIVE
Those distant, tiny dots are people summiting Half Dome in morning’s glow. Arriving at the cables, we gasp and realize just how intimidating this sleek climb will be! We gather our courage and pull our way to the top. We revel in our accomplishment with a celebratory feast!
6 miles
DAY FIVE
Those distant, tiny dots are people summiting Half Dome in morning’s glow. Arriving at the cables, we gasp and realize just how intimidating this sleek climb will be! We gather our courage and pull our way to the top. We revel in our accomplishment with a celebratory feast!
6 miles
DAY SIX
Still filled with elation, we follow the John Muir Trail down into Yosemite Valley. We smile at hikers ascending the path, and we can’t help but marvel at our grand achievement. We end our trip with the persistent thrill of triumph beating proudly in our hearts.
5 miles
DAY SIX
Still filled with elation, we follow the John Muir Trail down into Yosemite Valley. We smile at hikers ascending the path, and we can’t help but marvel at our grand achievement. We end our trip with the persistent thrill of triumph beating proudly in our hearts.
5 miles
What's Included?
Front & Backcountry Accommodations
- First night in Yosemite backpackers campground
- 2-6 nights of wilderness camping
Meals & Snacks
- All meals from the 1st night’s dinner to the last day’s lunch
- Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and snacks!
Group Camping Gear
- Shared gear, bear canisters, water filters, cookware, first aid kit, etc.
- Individual tents
- Personal trail journal
Shuttle
- Transportation between parking/backpackers campground and the trailhead
What's Not Included?
Transportation to Yosemite
- Adventurers take own car or public transportation to reach group meeting point in Yosemite
Personal Gear & Clothing
- Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpack
- Personal clothing
Gratuity for Guides
- 10% – 20% recommended
Trip Insurance
- Read the Terms and Conditions regarding our deposit and cancellation policy
- “Cancel for Any Reason” trip insurance is imperative
What's Included?
Front and Backcountry Accommodations
- First night in Yosemite backpackers campground
- 2-6 nights of wilderness camping
Meals and Snacks
- All meals from the first night’s dinner to the last day’s lunch
- Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and snacks!
Group Camping Gear
- Shared gear, bear canisters, water filters, stoves, cookware, first aid kit, wilderness permit, card games etc.
- Individual tents
- Personal trail journal
Shuttle
- Transportation between parking/backpackers campground and trailhead
What's Not Included?
Transportation to Yosemite
- Adventurers take own car or public transportation to reach group meeting point in Yosemite
Personal Gear and Clothing
- Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpack
- Personal clothing
Gratuity for Guides
- 10% – 20% recommended
Trip Insurance
- Read Terms and Conditions for full deposit and cancellation policy
- “Cancel for Any Reason” trip insurance is imperative
Backcountry Evacuation
- Read Terms and Conditions for full evacuation policy
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- Swimming holes and waterfalls abound. Don’t forget your suit!
- Sleep under towering redwoods along an alluring riverbank.
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- Climb the hair-raising cables to the famous Half Dome summit!
- Hike through the majority of the park on this wide-ranging trek.
Includes Half Dome!
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- Explore the most diverse set of landscapes in the park.
- Traverse the windy Red Peak Pass, Yosemite’s highest point on-trail.