Exhilarating, exhausting, and absolutely unforgettable. The Half Dome hike is a must-do for serious hikers, a challenge that combines stunning scenery, physical grit, and a sense of triumph. This iconic granite formation has drawn adventurers from across the globe to ascend its steel cables and stand atop its monumental summit. Once deemed “perfectly inaccessible” by…
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You’ve experienced Yosemite in the spring with its gushing waterfalls, the summer with phenomenal weather and disappearing mosquitoes, and the fall with its kaleidoscope of changing leaves. But have you ever considered visiting Yosemite in the winter? Winter in Yosemite is a truly magical experience, like stepping into a snow globe. While some roads and…
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Since I started working at Lasting Adventures in 2015, backpacking as a hobby has steadily increased in popularity. Many new backpackers find themselves itching to thru-hike the trails they see in movies like “Mile… Mile & A Half” (2013) and “Wild” (2014). With diverse landscapes, a mild climate, easily accessible trails, and a wide variety…
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As 2024 marks the 15th anniversary of Lasting Adventures guide service, we’re reflecting on our incredible journeys with adventurers of all ages through our national parks. From nine-year-olds to seventy-nine-year-olds, we’ve had the privilege of guiding a diverse range of guests on unforgettable trips across the wild beauty of Yosemite, Olympic, and beyond! We are…
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This summer, Lasting Adventures Summer Camp had the incredible opportunity to host over 420 youth on our backpacking adventures in Yosemite and Olympic National Parks. Our diverse groups included three Young Women’s Adventures, five Young Adventurers, five 13-Day Backpacking Adventures, and an impressive twenty 6-Day Backpacking Adventures! Whether exploring the enchanting forests of Olympic or…
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Guide’s Picks for the Best Yosemite Day Hikes About 5 million people visit Yosemite a year. They’re attracted by the promise of blasting waterfalls, towering granite walls, massive trees, and more. But with so much to see (and usually not enough time!), how do you guarantee you’re seeing the best? After 25+ years of guiding…
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Your first visit to Yosemite National Park will likely induce extreme neck pain. Standing in the valley, it’s impossible not to tilt your head backwards and rivet your gaze upwards. Even the view from Curry Village’s crowded parking lot is impressive. Where the sky should be, immense slabs of granite rise into an atmosphere of…
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Nestled in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, Olympic National Park offers a wide range of stunning natural landscapes. To fully experience the park’s wonders, you’ll need to find where to stay. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the best accommodation options in and around Olympic National Park. Whether you prefer camping under the stars,…
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On a steamy afternoon in Yosemite National Park, Ian Fairchild, an outdoor adventure guide and educator, led a procession of six children up a steep trail of switchbacks. As the group of Lasting Adventures summer campers hiked past meadows laden with vibrant wildflowers, Ian told riddle after riddle, all of which were cleverly solved by…
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