There’s a reason Yosemite Valley gets all the attention. Half Dome rises above the trees. El Capitan towers overhead. Waterfalls pour from granite cliffs. It’s spectacular, and for many visitors, the Valley is their first introduction to Yosemite. But it’s only the beginning. Beyond the iconic Valley views is a much bigger Yosemite, filled with…
Half Dome is one of Yosemite’s most iconic hikes, and for good reason. The massive granite summit, the famous cables, and the views from the top make it a bucket-list adventure for hikers from around the world. But there’s a reason the hike has a reputation for being tough. A Half Dome day hike combines…
Your first backpacking trip comes with a lot of questions. How much is my pack going to weigh? What if it rains? What if I can’t keep up? What am I supposed to eat? What if I don’t know how to set up my tent? And, perhaps most importantly, what have I gotten myself into?…
