5-Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome Discount Tickets

Overview

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! As the calendar is confusing: 2026 Dates are: 7/28-8/1 8/10-8/14 8/25-8/29 8/28-9/1 8/31-9/4 9/14-9/18 9/23-9/27

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Inclusion

Lunch

Dinner

Breakfast

Exclusion

Guide Gratuities

Yosemite National Park Gate Fee (Must Be Paid On Entry By Visitor)

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

• 100% refund if cancelled 6+ days before the start date
• 50% refund if cancelled 2–6 days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 2 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

2026 Dates: 7/28-8/1, 8/10-8/14, 8/25-8/29, 8/28-9/1, 8/31-9/4, 9/14-9/18, 9/23-9/27