Half Dome and Clouds Rest Backpacking Adventure

3 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

Summit two of Yosemite’s most iconic peaks—Clouds Rest and Half Dome—on this guided backpacking adventure in the Sierra Nevada. Starting along Tioga Road, this multi-day trek takes you through alpine lakes, high-elevation trails, and unforgettable backcountry camps. Led by experienced guides, you’ll tackle the legendary Half Dome cables and panoramic ridgeline of Clouds Rest with confidence. Designed to be female-forward yet inclusive of all small groups, this trip blends challenge, support, and true wilderness immersion.

What's Included

Filtered Water
Tents, Trekking Poles, Sleeping Pads
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Yosemite Valley Welcome Center

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End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

This guided Yosemite backpacking experience is a 4–5 day, small-group adventure designed around summiting Clouds Rest and Half Dome via a scenic high-country route from Tioga Road. The itinerary includes alpine hiking, backcountry camping, and a guided ascent of the Half Dome cables, with time to acclimate and enjoy key viewpoints along the way.

Trips are led by experienced, English-speaking wilderness guides and are intentionally limited to small groups (typically 4–6 participants) to ensure a more personalized and supportive experience. This female-forward offering is designed to be approachable for strong hikers while still delivering a physically rewarding challenge. All logistics, route planning, and permit coordination are handled for you.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
Supplied by Alpinistas Adventures

Tags

Hiking Tours
Seasonal
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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