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5-Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome

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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!

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2025 Dates are:
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9/19-9/23
9/21-9/25

2026 Dates are:
6/27-7/1
7/16-7/20
7/27-7/31
8/8-8/12
8/29-9/2
9/18-9/22

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Yosemite National Park Gate Fee (Must Be Paid On Entry By Visitor)
  • Guide Gratuities
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Curry Village
Yosemite Valley, CA 95389, USA

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • 2025 Dates: 9/14-9/18, 9/19-9/23, 9/21-9/25
  • 2026 Dates: 6/27-7/1, 7/16-7/20, 7/27-7/31, 8/8-8/12, 8/29-9/2, 9/18-9/22

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 5-Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 5-Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Breakfast.
  • Dinner.
  • Lunch.
The following is NOT included:
  • Yosemite National Park Gate Fee (Must Be Paid On Entry By Visitor).
  • Guide Gratuities.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Accessibility information for the 5-Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome is as follows:

  • 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
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 5-Day Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Yosemite National Park Gate Fee (Must Be Paid On Entry By Visitor)
  • Guide Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • 2025 Dates: 9/14-9/18, 9/19-9/23, 9/21-9/25
  • 2026 Dates: 6/27-7/1, 7/16-7/20, 7/27-7/31, 8/8-8/12, 8/29-9/2, 9/18-9/22
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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