5 Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome

Overview

Kick off your Yosemite backpacking experience with one of the most iconic sections of the John Muir Trail, weaving between majestic alpine lakes to the summits of Clouds Rest and Half Dome! Camp the first night at Cathedral Lakes amid the spirit of the true high country, then hike the JMT up and over Cathedral Pass with stunning views of alpine peaks along the way. Set up camp in the Sunrise Lakes area for Night 3, and from there, tackle the Clouds Rest summit (9,926’) for one of the most spectacular views of Yosemite Valley in the park! Your adventure culminates with the summit of Half Dome (8,836’) before returning to Yosemite Valley on the Mist Trail passing two spectacular waterfalls. This trip’s strenuous itinerary is well worth it! If you’re looking for an authentic Yosemite experience, this is the adventure for you!

As the calendar is confusing, our 2022 dates are:
5/29 - 6/2
7/18 - 7/22
7/22 - 7/26
8/7 - 8/11
8/15 - 8/19
8/25 - 8/29
9/18 - 9/22
9/29 - 10/3

City: Yosemite National Park

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $1675.00

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Sat 21 Sep

Starting at $1675.00

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Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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Reviews (24)

SaraABK

Sep 2019

Never experienced a guided backpacking trip before, so this was a first. Lasting Adventures and guides Critter and Kirstin did not disappoint. They were informative, courteous, and truly compassionate wilderness advocates. Thank you for a wonderful backcountry experience in Yosemite!

Jeanne G

Sep 2019

I recently finished a three Summit backpacking trip in August. Great guides who gave us some flexibility and challenged us. Guides were able to stay calm under the emergency situation, plus they are great cookers, great photographer. I had used the other two backpacking guide company before Last Adventure is the best. Highly recommended!

Richard P

Sep 2019

3 Summits I just finished my 5 days, 3 summit adventure and I can say I was truly sad to leave Yosemite. The beauty of the high alpine sierras and the 3 summits never got old, however the highlight of the trip was our amazing guides Critter and Kirstin. They were both knowledgeable, personable, generous and above all had an un-denying passion for Yosemite. They made sure to take us to all the best spots. The meals they cooked were fresh and delicious. I couldn’t believe how well I ate all 5 days. This was a trip that I will remember forever. Thank you Critter, Kirstin and Lasting Adventures!