Can anyone tell me about the hike out of White Wolf to any of these 3 areas? We are thinking about going at the end of August. Thank you, LJKby Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
I suppose the Tuolomne backpacker's campground is closed. I was planning on staying there the night prior to my backpacking trip.by Lowell - Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada. News & Discussion
Hi - I read somewhere that backcountry fires are not allowed in the park in Winter. Anyone know the accuracy of this? Thanks, Lowellby Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
I was wondering about that. Do you think they will be present pretty much all along the trail? Also, anyone use the Thermacell device for the campsite?by Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Thanks everyone, just the sort of advise I needed. You guys are awesome.by Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
3 of us are hiking this 8/20 - 8/25, reservations confirmed. Taking the counter-clockwise route and would appreciate any advice. Here's the map: Red Peak Pass Map Questions: 1 - what's the best way to get from the valley to glacier point trailhead? 2 - is there overnight parking at glacier point trailhead? 3 - specific camping spots along the way? 4 - cool side trips along the route?by Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Is buying one-way tickets the only option to get from valley to glacier point? Thanksby Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
So, is the only way to get from the valley to glacier point is to use the tour bus for $25 one way? Is there not a free "hiker's shuttle"? Thanks, LKby Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Any Clark Range/Red Peak Pass updates? Thanks, LKby Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Quotenwhkr Quotemarkskor From Yosemite's web site: "Do not build structures, furniture, or dig trenches." https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/lnt.htm Thanks for the info. I do make a group kitchen/trench in snow sometimes and fill it back with snow on the way out. I am assuming that Lowell is not talking about snow caves or trenches etc. I was thinking of simple sleeping sheby Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Thanks, I appreciate the link. I wish there was a way to do this responsibly, but I get the reasons why it is not allowed. Lowellby Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Hi, Are there rules/laws about building man-made structures in Yosemite backcountry? Nothing large, more like sleeping shelters and the like. Thanks, LKby Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra
Hi - new to the forum. Anyone been through to echo valley yet? Thanks, LKby Lowell - Backpacking and Hiking Yosemite and the Sierra