Half Dome Equipment List
Guide-Approved Essential Equipment List for Half Dome After leading thousands of day hikers and backpackers to the Half Dome summit over the years, we have a pretty good idea of what equipment to pack to ensure a safe and memorable experience. Here’s our guide-approved Half Dome equipment list: Essential Half Dome Equipment A quality day […]
Half Dome FAQ
Half Dome FAQ: Answers to our clients’ most frequently asked Half Dome Questions Over the past 25 years, we’ve led thousands of clients to the summit of Half Dome. Here’s a list of Half Dome FAQ’s that come up on our adventures! Half Dome Hike FAQ When is the best time of year to summit […]
REI ADVENTURES CANCELLATION SPECIAL
Press Release: West Coast Outfitter Offers 20% Savings to REI Adventures Cancellations Lasting Adventures, a premier backpacking and summer camp outfitter specializing in guided trips through some of the most iconic West Coast National Parks, is stepping up for adventurers whose plans were disrupted by REI Adventures. The nonprofit organization is offering 20% off their […]
Half Dome Myths vs Realities
Unveiling the Myths of Half Dome: Myths vs Reality of Yosemite’s Iconic Granite Monolith With its sheer granite face and distinctive shape, Half Dome has captured the imaginations of countless visitors. However, as with many awe-inspiring wonders, myths and legends have emerged over time, blending fact with fiction. In this exploration, we unravel the most […]
Half Dome Day Hike Vs Backpacking : Choose Your Adventure
Should You Tackle Half Dome on a Day Hike or a Backpacking Trip? Half Dome is on pretty much every outdoor enthusiast’s bucket list. The journey to its summit is a challenging and rewarding experience, but how you tackle this adventure can greatly vary. Let’s explore Half Dome as a day hike vs backpacking Half Dome, […]
Half Dome Training Tips
Conquering the Summit: Half Dome Training Tips for a Successful Adventure Hiking Half Dome is no mean feat, especially if you want to tackle it as a day hike. For most of us, it requires a build up before our bodies are capable of the 8 mile, 4,800 feet of elevation gain hike it takes […]
Best Time of Year To Hike Half Dome
What Time of Year is Best? Our clients often ask us what time of year is best to hike Half Dome. No matter the time of year, the experience is both exhilarating and rewarding, offering breathtaking views of the park’s unparalleled natural beauty. We’ve guided thousands of guests to the summit, and know from experience […]
2023 Yosemite Snowpack & Summer Expectations
The current snowpack in the central Sierra is over 230% of normal and steadily increasing. Simply put, we are about to reach record snowpack levels and are not nearly through our Miracle March or our April Showers. Much more is yet to come, including the potential for spectacular waterfalls and massive flooding. This record-setting winter […]