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Half Dome Hikers Club
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Half Dome
Hikers Club
Classic. Gripping.
- Summit Half Dome. Conquer your fears on the famously steep cable climb!
- Hike the spectacular Mist Trail. Feel the spray of the renowned Vernal and Nevada Falls
- Plunge into the Merced River at Little Yosemite Valley, the park’s beloved wilderness camp
The Half Dome
Hikers Club
Yosemite
Length: 4 Days / 16 Miles
Trip Type: Active / Thrilling
2023 Dates:
- June 14 – 17
5 spots remaining - July 4 – 7
3 spots remaining
July 4th in Yosemite Valley! - Oct 5 – 8 *
2 spots remaining
* Permits confirmed 6 months in advance. Dates may slightly shift.
Cost: $1,543
- Deposit: $400
- Balance due: 90 days in advance
Adventure
Itinerary
Classic. Gripping.
The Half Dome Hikers Club
- Summit Half Dome. Conquer your fears on the famously steep cable climb!
- Hike the spectacular Mist Trail. Feel the spray of the renowned Vernal and Nevada Falls
- Plunge into the Merced River at Little Yosemite Valley, the park’s beloved wilderness camp
Yosemite / 4 Days / 16 Miles
Trip Type: Active / Thrilling
2023 Dates:
- June 14 – 17 5 spots remaining
- July 4 – 7 3 spots remaining
July 4th in Yosemite Valley! - Oct 5 – 8 * 2 spots remaining
* Permits confirmed 6 months in advance. Dates may slightly shift.
Cost: $1,543
- Deposit: $400
- 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.
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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
Climb up the old stone steps of the Mist Trail. The sun rises and warms the valley as we pass through the spray of Vernal and Nevada Falls. We swim and camp in the shadow of Half Dome, too filled with anticipation to sleep!
4 miles, +2,400 ft
DAY TWO
Climb up the old stone steps of the Mist Trail. The sun rises and warms the valley as we pass through the spray of Vernal and Nevada Falls. Camping in the shadow of Half Dome, we stay up late, too filled with anticipation to sleep!
4 miles | +2,400 ft
DAY THREE
Eat breakfast in the early light. Half Dome dares us onward. At the cables, we realize just how steep this climb will be! We courageously pull our way to her summit and marvel at the sensational views.
7 miles, +2,700 ft | -2,700 ft
DAY FOUR
Pack up camp and hike down the legendary John Muir Trail. Greet smiling hikers beginning their own journeys while we reflect on our accomplishment. Our hearts beat happily as proud members of the Half Dome Hikers Club!
5 miles, -2,400 ft
DAY THREE
Eat breakfast in the early light. Half Dome dares us onward. At the cables, we realize just how steep this climb will be! We courageously pull our way to her summit and marvel at the sensational views.
7 miles | +2,700 ft, -2,700
DAY FOUR
Pack up camp and hike down the legendary John Muir Trail. Greet smiling hikers beginning their own journeys while we reflect on our accomplishment. Our hearts beat happily as proud members of the Half Dome Hikers Club!
5 miles | -2,400 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
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
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 lots of 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
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
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!
Journey Through the Rushing Canyon
6 Days | Breezy - Moderate
- Swimming holes and waterfalls abound. Don’t forget your suit!
- Sleep under towering redwoods along an alluring riverbank.
Summit Mount Sheridan
3 Days | Moderate
- Conquer one of Yellowstone’s most jaw-dropping peaks
- See bubbling volcanic features next to beautiful Heart Lake
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.
Includes Half Dome!
Journey Through the Rushing Canyon
6 Days | Breezy - Moderate
- Swimming holes and waterfalls abound. Don’t forget your suit!
- Sleep under towering redwoods along an alluring riverbank.
Summit Mount Sheridan
3 Days | Moderate
- Conquer one of Yellowstone’s most jaw-dropping peaks
- See bubbling volcanic features next to beautiful Heart Lake
