Young Lakes, Yosemite National Park Backpacking Guide

CA$40.00

A spectacular backpacking trip departing Tuolumne Meadows with an ultimate destination of Young Lakes, a set of three cascading lakes nestled into Yosemite National Park’s high country. This 14 mile roundtrip backpack offers lush forests, wide open meadows, towering granite peaks and sweeping views. The trip is best done over 2 days and is rated at moderate difficulty as there is between 2,100 ft - 2,700 ft of climbing depending on route choice and includes a small off-trail scramble to the upper lakes.

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A spectacular backpacking trip departing Tuolumne Meadows with an ultimate destination of Young Lakes, a set of three cascading lakes nestled into Yosemite National Park’s high country. This 14 mile roundtrip backpack offers lush forests, wide open meadows, towering granite peaks and sweeping views. The trip is best done over 2 days and is rated at moderate difficulty as there is between 2,100 ft - 2,700 ft of climbing depending on route choice and includes a small off-trail scramble to the upper lakes.

A spectacular backpacking trip departing Tuolumne Meadows with an ultimate destination of Young Lakes, a set of three cascading lakes nestled into Yosemite National Park’s high country. This 14 mile roundtrip backpack offers lush forests, wide open meadows, towering granite peaks and sweeping views. The trip is best done over 2 days and is rated at moderate difficulty as there is between 2,100 ft - 2,700 ft of climbing depending on route choice and includes a small off-trail scramble to the upper lakes.

An easily downloadable, detailed compilation of everything needed to plan an exceptional trip to Young Lakes, Yosemite National Park.

Guide Includes:

  • Best Time to Travel

  • Possible Route Options including Days Needed, Mileage, Elevation, Campsites and Maps

  • Trip Report including Directions, Landmarks, Trail Names and More

  • Custom AllTrails Map for Live GPS Tracking

  • Permitting Process Instructions

  • How To Get There and Trailhead Information

  • Packing List

  • Gear Recommendations

  • What to Know Before You Go

  • Wilderness Information

  • Trip Checklist

Guide will be sent immediately after purchase via email with a downloadable link in PDF file format. The download link expires 24 hours after first download so be sure to save to a computer, tablet or smart phone after opening.

Guide can be used for all pre-trip planning and taken with you on the trip itself, making your next adventure easier and more informed than ever!