Backpacking Vogelsang and Lyell Canyon Loop
The Vogelsang and Lyell Canyon Loop in the Tuolumne region of Yosemite National Park is a roughly 20 mile trail to some of the parks most remote lakes and basins. This loop trail has roughly 2350 feet of elevation gain and is rated as moderate on Alltrails. When backpacking Vogelsang counter-clockwise, the trail starts up […]
Backpacking to Cathedral Lake in Yosemite
Backpacking to Cathedral Lake in the Tuolumne Meadows region of Yosemite National Park is about 8 miles. This out-and-back trail gains roughly 1,624 feet and is rated as a moderate trail with lots of foot traffic. the trail features two beautiful lakes, Upper and Lower Cathedral Lake with sweeping views of Tuolumne Meadows and the […]
Backpacking the Rae Lakes Loop in Sequoia Kings Canyon
Backpacking the Rae Lakes Loop in Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park (SEKI) is about 39 miles. This loop can be done clockwise or counterclockwise depending on the permit you get. The trail is normally completed in 3-5 days and has an elevation gain of 7,670 feet. This trail is rated as hard and can be […]
Backpacking to Minaret Lake
Backpacking to Minaret Lake in Inyo National Forest is about 13.4 miles. This trail gains roughly 2,437ft of elevation and is rated as a hard trail with lots of foot traffic. This out and back trail is popular among backpackers and day hikers looking to explore into the Eastern Sierra. It features beautiful meadows, a […]
Backpacking to Young Lakes in Yosemite
Backpacking to Young Lakes in Yosemite National Park via Dog Lake is about 14 miles with 2,818 ft of elevation gain. This out-and-back trail is rated as hard and is popular among backpackers looking to explore the Tuolumne region. Permits Permits are required for all overnight trips in Yosemite, including backpacking to Young Lakes, and […]