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Yosemite National Park, California
101 Guide: Yosemite in 3 Days
I get it. This story is not necessarily very new, innovative or sexy. But to my credit, I've had so many friends asking me for a simple 101 on how to "do" Yosemite, and there really isn't anything that nails this purpose online, so the practical value of this is in my view indisputable. So forgiv...Read more -
Yosemite National Park, California
Review: Danner Mountain Light boots in Yosemite National Park
Presented by Danner. I took the Danner Mountain Light boot for a spin through Yosemite National Park with my family, and I can confidently say their legendary reputation is more than justified! First thoughts out of the box Photo by Jason Sibley-Liddle. These USA-made boots are an instant...Read more -
Yosemite National Park, California
5 Beginner Backpacking Trips in Yosemite National Park
If you’re just getting into backpacking or even looking for your very first experience in the backcountry, you couldn’t ask for a more beautiful place to start than Yosemite National Park. While backpacking solo is an amazing experience, for a beginner we would recommend you go with friends or te...Read more -
10 Ways to make camping in Yosemite National Park even better
Sponsored by TINCUP® Whiskey. If you're considering camping in Yosemite National Park, you're in for a treat. From items you definitely don't want to forget to bring (like the new TINCUP Adventure Pack) to practical campsite wisdom (clean! up!), here are 10 tips to have the best trip ever that...Read more -
How to Spend Your First Weekend in Yosemite National Park
One of the most famous natural sites in the world, Yosemite National Park draws casual travelers and veteran adventurers alike. My fiancée and I are currently living in California and simultaneously endeavoring to visit all National Parks, so it wasn’t going to be long before we visited Yosemite....Read more -
Yosemite National Park, California
5 Spots for Epic Stargazing in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite is one of the best places in the country for virtually every outdoor adventure. Backpacking, camping, hiking, photography and so many other activities in the park are about as good as it gets, so it's no surprise that Yosemite's stargazing also happens to be world-class. We've picked a ...Read more -
Yosemite National Park, California
The Best Winter Adventures in Yosemite National Park
Most folks with plans to visit Yosemite include it on their summer road trip itinerary, but you wouldn’t believe how quiet and calm the Valley is during the winter months. Not only are the crowds thinner, but the scenery is somehow even more beautiful with a fresh layer of snow. Spend the day ...Read more -
Yosemite National Park, California
8 Family-Friendly Hikes in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is home to some of America’s most treasured wilderness and it’s almost certainly already on your bucket list. If you plan to bring the whole family along and you’re looking for a more low-key adventure in the park, check out one of these 8 family-friendly hikes. We've also ...Read more -
Yosemite National Park, California
Why Backpacking Clouds Rest Should Make Your Permit Application Lineup
Literally, no good reason as to why it took me so long to hike to Clouds Rest. If there is, I’m really not sure what it is. As a self-proclaimed view hunter that’s been diligently exploring California and the Western U.S. with handfuls of cameras over the last few years, the views from the summit...Read more -
Yosemite National Park, California
First Time Backpacker from Chicago Spends One Night Alone in the Yosemite Backcountry
Let's start with some background. I'm 33 years old and originally from Chicago. I quit my corporate life a year ago and sold everything, house included, to travel and make some drastic life changes personally and professionally. This started with culinary school in Ireland followed by several mon...Read more -
A Beginner's Guide to Photographing Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is a treasure for adventurers and photographers of all skill levels. If you are a newer photographer or visitor to the park however, it can be overwhelming to know where to begin with so many wonderful sites to take in. While Yosemite National Park is very expansive, I'm sh...Read more -
Yosemite National Park, California
A guide to hiking Half Dome
Half Dome is the most iconic rock face in Yosemite Valley and definitely one of its most popular hikes. Thousands of visitors hike the trail each summer for the chance to experience the unbeatable panorama from the top of Yosemite. Here are a few common questions about this popular hike in Yosemi...Read more -
Yosemite National Park, California
[UPDATED. AGAIN.] Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell set a mind boggling new record on the Nose
Update June 6, 2018 For big-wall climbers, El Capitan probably is the most recognizable climb on the planet. The Nose, an iconic 31 pitch route up the 3000 ft face, has long been a test of speed climbers, with the most recent record set by Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell. 2 days ago. But that a...Read more -
Yosemite Village, California
11 Amazing Backpacking Trips in Yosemite National Park
In Yosemite, you can see some of America’s most impressive scenery without stepping foot out of your car. That said, you’ll be sharing the view with thousands of other people and the line of cars ahead doesn’t exactly satisfy the need for wide open space and fresh mountain air. Of course, there i...Read more -
Yosemite Village, California
5 Things you don’t know about Yosemite National Park
Yosemite is one of the most well-known national parks in the world. Granite domes, alpine lakes, climbing routes, waterfalls, acres of backcountry, and maybe even moonbows come to mind. Well, those and Alex Honnold free-soloing El Capitan in an insanely short amount of time. In addition to many ...Read more -
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, California
A Magical Yosemite Valley Winter Storm
I gave myself a personal assignment to chase a storm heading toward Yosemite Valley. Leading up to the trip, the weather was changing daily and I wasn’t sure if I was going to score. The night before we left, a high weather advisory was rolled out for snow up to 13 inches. The roads slowly becam...Read more