- Journey Through -
The Rushing Canyon
Journey Through
- the -
Rushing Canyon
Electric. Lively.
Electric. Lively.
- Follow the wild Tuolumne River carving deep into an ancient canyon
- Camp under towering redwoods next to a picturesque riverbank
- Swimming holes! Waterfalls! This is our warmest trip. Pack a suit!
Journey Through
The Rushing Canyon
Yosemite
Length: 6 Days / 36 Miles
Trip Type: Moderate / Relaxed
2023 Dates:
- July 18 – 23
2 spots remaining
Cost: $1,844
- Deposit: $400
- Balance due: 90 days in advance
Journey Through the Rushing Canyon
- Follow the cascading Tuolumne River as it carves deep into an ancient canyon
- Camp beneath towering redwoods on the picturesque edge of a riverbank
- Dive into swimming holes and duck under waterfalls. This is Yosemite’s warmest trip. Pack a suit!
Yosemite / 6 Days / 36 Miles
Trip Type: Moderate / Relaxed
2023 Dates:
- July 18 – 23 2 spots remaining
Cost: $1,844
- Deposit: $400
- Balance due: 90 days in advance
Adventure Itinerary
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.
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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
Embark through a dense forest. A dazzling canyon drop soon emerges. The intense view draws us onward between the imposing canyon walls. We set up camp on a cliff, and we eat dinner anticipating adventure below.
6.5 miles | -2,100 ft
DAY TWO
Embark through a dense forest. A dazzling canyon drop soon emerges. The intense view draws us onward between the imposing canyon walls. We set up camp on a cliff, and we eat dinner anticipating adventure below.
6.5 miles, -2,100 ft
DAY THREE
Rise to the smell of your guide cooking breakfast, and prepare to descend deeper into the canyon. We meet the powerful Tuolumne River as it courses through the lower reaches. Our tents go up fast, as we have seen a swimming hole, and we want to swim!
8 miles, +500 ft | -1,400 ft
DAY THREE
Rise to the smell of your guide cooking breakfast, and prepare to descend deeper into the canyon. We meet the powerful Tuolumne River as it courses through the lower reaches. Our tents go up fast, as we have seen a swimming hole, and we want to swim!
8 miles | +500 ft, -1,400 ft
DAY FOUR
Our climb this morning is surprisingly short. We want to have fun! We set up camp early so that we can explore and swim in the cascade that rumbles next to our tents.
6.5 miles, +1,100 ft
DAY FOUR
Our climb this morning is surprisingly short. We want to have fun! We set up camp early so that we can explore and swim in the cascade that rumbles next to our tents.
6.5 miles | +1,100 ft
DAY FIVE
It’s easy to wake up with three waterfalls on the docket. This canyon grows more enchanting by the day. At Waterwheel Falls, we see the torrent fly up and do a 360! We ascend to camp just above the plunging California falls, and we dip under her deluge.
6 miles, +2,100 ft
DAY FIVE
It’s easy to wake up with three waterfalls on the docket. This canyon grows more enchanting by the day. At Waterwheel Falls, we see the torrent fly up and do a 360! We ascend to camp just above the plunging California falls, and we dip under her deluge.
6 miles | +2,100 ft
DAY SIX
Try to find bears roaming through the green, flowery meadows of Glen Aulin. After we eat lunch at the monumental Tuolumne Falls, we head out to the trailhead. We return to our lives with an uplifted view and happy memories – as adventurers!
9 miles, +800 ft
DAY SIX
Try to find bears roaming through the flowery meadows of Glen Aulin. After we eat lunch at the monumental Tuolumne Falls, we head out to the trailhead. We return to our lives with an uplifted view and happy memories – as adventurers!
9 miles | +800 ft
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
- See gear list
Shuttle
- Transportation between parking/backpackers campground and the trailhead
What's Not Included?
Transportation to Yosemite
- Adventurers take own car to reach group meeting point in Yosemite
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
- See gear list
Shuttle
- Transportation between parking/backpackers campground and trailhead
What's Not Included?
Transportation to Yosemite
- Adventurers take own car to reach group meeting point in Yosemite
Personal Gear and Clothing
- Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpack
- Personal clothing
- See gear list
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
GEAR RENTAL PACKAGE
Backpack • Rain Cover • Sleeping Bag • Sleeping Pad • Camping Pillow • Trekking Poles • Headlamp • Batteries • Mug • Bowl • Utensils
* Tent already included with trip
Simply bring clothes!
$245/trip
GEAR RENTAL
PACKAGE
Simply bring clothes! • $245 / trip
Backpack • Rain Cover • Sleeping Bag • Sleeping Pad • Camping Pillow • Trekking Poles • Headlamp • Batteries • Mug • Bowl • Utensils
* Tent already included with trip
Adventure of the Ten Lakes
5 Days | Breezy
- Basecamp and explore the Ten Lakes Basin at leisure.
- Go off-trail to find a secret lake next to a 4,000 foot cliff!
Journey to Half Dome & Clouds Rest
6 Days | Moderate
- Climb the heart-racing cables to the top of Half Dome!
- See Yosemite’s most gripping viewpoint from Clouds Rest.
Includes Half Dome!
The Ancient Volcano Adventure
6 Days | Moderate
- See Yellowstone’s geysers, waterfalls and wild grasslands
- Swim in Mr. Bubbles, a remote volcanic hot spring!
Adventure of the Ten Lakes
5 Days | Breezy
- Basecamp and explore the Ten Lakes Basin at leisure.
- Go off-trail to find a secret lake next to a 4,000 foot cliff!
Adventure of the Ten Lakes
5 Days | Breezy
- Basecamp and explore the Ten Lakes Basin at leisure.
- Go off-trail to find a secret lake next to a 4,000 foot cliff!
The Ancient Volcano Adventure
6 Days | Moderate
- See Yellowstone’s geysers, waterfalls and wild grasslands
- Swim in Mr. Bubbles, a remote volcanic hot spring!
Journey to Half Dome & Clouds Rest
6 Days | Moderate
- Climb the heart-racing cables to the top of Half Dome!
- See Yosemite’s most gripping viewpoint atop Clouds Rest.
