Cathedral Lakes is one of the most gorgeous backcountry lakes in Yosemite. It’s also probably the most well-known part of the National Park that is not located in Yosemite Valley! I’ve had the pleasure of backpacking and camping at Upper Cathedral Lake twice, and I…
Backpacking to the top of Yosemite Falls is quite a feat. Yosemite Falls is the tallest waterfall in North America and the 5th tallest in the entire world! I have somewhat of a blind spot and soft spot to Yosemite Falls. This hike was my…
Tucked away in the remote wilderness of Yosemite National Park, Lake Vernon is a stunning alpine lake escape along the Hetch Hetchy Loop trail that remains a hidden gem for backpackers. Unlike the packed trails in Yosemite Valley, this serene backcountry route offers solitude, breathtaking views, and an…
Not to be mistaken with the Grand Canyon in Arizona, the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne is a major feature in Yosemite National Park, carved by the Tuolumne River. Towering granite walls, beautiful green-blue pools, rattlesnakes, waterfalls, and more await those who travel through this…
Yosemite National Park is best known for its views of the biggest granite walls in the world located in Yosemite Valley. But when you leave the valley behind and venture out to the high country, you’ll find classic High Sierra scenery: rolling green meadows, dipping…
So, you’ve dreamed of waking up to seeing a glowing granite mountain right outside of your tent door? I understand the lure. But, the challenge of backcountry hiking won’t be your first mountain to climb on your trip to Yosemite. First, you need a backpacking…
