Backpacking Tour in Yosemite National Park

Join our team of experienced guides and explore the breathtaking trails of Yosemite National Park in California. Discover the many hidden gems of this vast park as you hike and trek through its striking scenery and iconic landmarks like Vogelsang Peak and Half Dome. Whether you're a seasoned backpacker or a first-time visitor, we can help you plan the perfect Yosemite backpacking trip.

Private

Sierra Nevada (California)

5 Days

May, Jun, Sep, Oct

High

Intermediate

Highlights

Dive into the natural spectacle of Yosemite National Park
Nearly 750 miles of wilderness trails to explore
Led by certified and passionate guides

Description

Follow us into the amazing trails of Yosemite National Park, a jewel of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Carved by an enormous glacier over one million years ago, Yosemite is a natural spectacle to behold.

Attractions such as Half Dome, El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and the Mist Trail are just a few of the many draws of Yosemite Valley. But if you want to truly explore the park, venture into the backcountry, where nearly 750 miles of wilderness trails await.

This mesmerizing park has something to offer everyone, so we have a variety of options to choose from:

Cathedral Lakes to Yosemite Valley. This is a 5-day backpacking trip that will take you through some of the most beautiful and remote areas of Yosemite National Park. Only 5% of visitors to Yosemite venture beyond the Valley, so you'll have the trails to yourself. Explore hidden gems such as Cathedral Lakes, Sunrise Lakes, and Little Yosemite Valley.
Rafferty Creek to Yosemite Valley. One of the lesser traveled trails in the Yosemite high country, the Rafferty Creek Trail is a hidden gem that offers stunning scenery and iconic landmarks such as Volgelsang Peak, the beautiful Merced Lake, and the awe-inspiring Half Dome.
Yosemite Custom Backpacking Trip Yosemite National Park offers endless possibilities for backpacking trips, from easy day hikes to challenging multi-day treks. Whether you're looking to explore the iconic Yosemite Valley or venture into the remote backcountry, we can help you customize the perfect trip for you and your friends and family.

Our team of experienced and passionate guides is ready to show you the best of Yosemite National Park. We're not just your average backpacking guides; we're climbers, mountaineers, backcountry skiers, splitboarders, and outdoor educators who spend countless hours exploring the Sierra Nevada backcountry.

Experience Yosemite in a new way, whether you're a seasoned backpacker or a first-time visitor, our guides can help you experience Yosemite in a way that you'll never forget. Contact us today!

Price includes

Guiding fee
Breakfast
Transportation start and back
Permit and entrance fees

Equipment you will need to bring

Here's a list of everything you'll need for this trip: * Hiking Boots * Snowshoes (conditions dependant) * Snow Spikes (conditions dependant) * Backpack (minimum 70 liters) * Trekking Poles (Snow Baskets conditions dependant) Sleeping Bag & Liner (0-20 degree preferred) * Inflatable Sleeping Pad (R-rating, over 5 preferred) 3/4 Season Tent or Bivy Sack * Pillow Sunglasses * Sun Hat * Beanie * Gloves * Insulated Jacket (puffy) Fleece Top * Base Layers (top and bottom) * Wind Shell Jakcet * Extra Socks * Gaiters (conditions dependant) Headlamp & Extra Batteries * Sunscreen * Eating Utensils (Plate, Spork, Cup, Utility Knife) & Toiletries * Stove, Fuel, & Lighter * Hydration System (water bottles or platypus) * Food (a meal plan template will be provided) * Cell Phone + Charger * After Trip Clothes (left in car) * First Aid Kit (optional, your guide(s) will have one) * Map & Compass (optional)

About the guide

Ryan

5.0

(15)

Single Pitch Instructor

I am the founder of Golden State Guiding and an AMGA Apprentice Alpine and Splitboard Guide, a certified Single Pitch Instructor, and certified Wilderness First Responder and also hold an AIARE Pro 1 certificate.

At Golden State Guiding we hold a valid permit to guide you legally in California's Eastern Sierra mountains including Mammoth Lakes, Sequoia/ Kings National Park, Mount Shasta in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Joshua Tree National Park, Mission Trails Regional Park in San Diego, and Red Rock Canyon just outside of Las Vegas Nevada. All Golden State Guiding guides are professionally trained by the AMGA (American Mountain Guides Association) and are some of the best Guides in the industry. Our professional Guides know exactly where to take you for your day out of rock, ice, or alpine climbing, backcountry skiing or splitboarding, and mountaineering in California or Nevada.

These are some of the spots where we can take you:

- Joshua Tree National Park

- San Diego (Mission Gorge or Mount Woodson)

- Eastern Sierra (Lone Pine Peak, Mt Emerson, Mount Sill and the entire Palisade Range, Bear Creek Spire, Temple Crag, Crystal Crag, Cardinal Pinnacle, Iris Slab, Mammoth Lakes Basin, Clark Canyon)

- Mount Shasta in Shasta-Trinity National Forest in the Southern Cascades

- Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

Languages

English

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What people are saying about Ryan

First class operation from beginning to end. Ryan (I believe owner or manager) provided the best customer service from the moment I contacted him as a result of a search on the internet. He set everything up with ease, always staying in touch and making sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend him for climbing at any level.

Ryan, Tim, Scott, and Ben were all very friendly, professional, and super knowledgeable. I know there's an inherent risk in climbing, but I'm confident I can use what I learned from this program and climb much more safely outdoors. I'll be signing up for their other programs!

We just had an amazing weekend climbing in the Mammoth area. Greg, our guide, was so talented and hilarious! I learned so much and we climbed tons of amazing varied routes. We laughed learned and climbed hard. Cant wait to do more with you guys! Thanks for everything Ryan and Greg!

Ryan was absolutely phenomenal. Lines were set and tied in well before our meeting time. He had a great game plan for us. I'll be booking again soon.

Ryan is truly a top notch guiding service. Ryan is more than accommodating to work with, and the rapport we have with the guides is unmatched. Keep up the great work!