5 Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome
Tour info
Why take this tour?
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! Cancellations are governed by our standard cancellation policy. See our website for details.
What’s included?
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Lunch -
Dinner -
Breakfast -
Entry/Admission - Cathedral Lake Trail -
Entry/Admission - Sunrise Lakes -
Entry/Admission - Cloud's Rest -
Entry/Admission - Half Dome -
Dinner on Day 1 and Breakfast on Day 2
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Guide Gratuities
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Entry/Admission - Yosemite Valley
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 5 days
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Covid Policy
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Cancellation Policy
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If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
About operator:
Lasting Adventures is the top rated guide service in Yosemite National Park and is a recognized 501 (c)(3) public benefit nonprofit with a mission to provide positive youth development and educational opportunities to the general public through safe outdoor experiences. We specialize in Yosemite backpacking trips, Yosemite day hikes, and outdoor youth summer camps. Since 1997, our program has introduced thousands of youth to nature and the wilderness experience through Adventure Based Programming. Our top-rated guide service features Yosemite backpacking trips and day hikes which help fund our outdoor youth programs. By choosing Lasting Adventures for your next Yosemite backpacking or hiking adventure, not only do you get our competitive rates, experienced and credentialed guides, all meals, and equipment, but also the satisfaction of knowing that all profits we gain from your participation goes towards our cause of helping more youth benefit from our outdoor summer camps in Yosemite.
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