-3-Day, 2-Night Trip - All Inclusive
-Discover Half Dome!
-Learn Natural History and Biology of Yosemite
-Expert Guides with Local Knowledge
-Fully Insured and Permitted Guides - Don't Settle For Less!
-We guide Men, Women, and Kids - All Ages.
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Yosemite Half Dome Backpacking
This is an Incredible Adventure to one of Yosemite's Treasures! The hike to the top of Half Dome from the valley floor is a 16.4-mile strenuous 2-day hike with a 4,737-elevation gain up to 8,884 feet. Most of the trail that leads to Half Dome is the John Muir trail which starts at Happy Isles and leads all the way to the summit of Mt. Whitney 210 miles away. Half Dome is a magnificent crown of granite and plutonic rock that thrusts up into the air from inside the Yosemite National Park - it is truly a glory to behold.

Click here to see photos from last year's trip!

We will meet Friday evening and camp out in Curry Village. On Saturday, we will begin the hike up to the top of Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls via the Mist Trail. The Vernal/Nevada Falls Loop is considered to be among the park's most scenic hikes. Then on to Little Yosemite Valley and to the shoulder of Half-Dome, where we will camp for the night. Sunday we will get up early and do an early morning ascent of Half Dome. Mid-morning snack on the top of Half Dome, then descent and hike out to the Valley Floor.

Tips About Hiking
Hiking is a personal adventure. Find a rhythm for yourself and stick with it. Remember that you are in no hurry and are out to enjoy yourself. Have good boots that are well broken in. Just pay attention to your body and enjoy.

Dates Offered:
June 6 - 8, 2008
June 27 - 29, 2008
September 12 - 14, 2008
Private Trips Offered On Request

Minimum Number Needed For Trip: 3 People
Maximum Trip Size: 8 People (Compare to other guides companies - MINIMUM of 8-10 needed for similar trip!)

Your trip includes:
Pretrip counseling with the group leaders to discuss the routes and how to pack for a backcountry trip. Professional and experience guides, permits and camping fees. Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, dinner Saturday night, and snacks. Lunches and extra snacks will be your responsiblity.

Your packing list:
You will need to bring all the necessary clothes and backpacking equipment for the trip (pack, sleeping bag, tent, water bottle, etc) - an exact packing list will be provided upon registration. Backpacking equipment is available for rent for additional fees per item.

Directions? Details? How do I sign up?
The trip meets in Yosemite National Park. Please contact Adventure Out if you are booking airplane reservations or need additional assistance with tranportation. Click the REGISTER button at left and you will be taken to our online reservation system where you can view schedules and locations. Directions, maps, recommended packing lists, and other details will all be provided during the registration process.

If you have any questions, please call or email anytime - hike@adventureout.com - 800-509-3954 (Toll Free)