This twist on the classic Mist Trail starts in Yosemite Valley and climbs 1500 feet high above the Valley floor, past the iconic Vernal Falls to Clark Point, before a slow and scenic decent along the first 1.5 miles of the famed John Muir Trail.

Experience Yosemite's pristine high country and incredible summits on one of these four private summit hikes! Available for hiker's 9 and older!

NORTH DOME | 9 MILES | MODERATE
Private day hike to North Dome and Indian Rocks from Tioga Road in Yosemite National Park's high country.
This hike is the easiest summit and includes unprecedented views of Half Dome from North Dome on Yosemite's Valley's northern rim! On our return, we'll stop at Yosemite's only natural arch for even more incredible views!

MT HOFFMANN SUMMIT | 6 MILES | STRENUOUS
Private day hike passed May Lake and up to the Mt Hoffmann summit from Tioga Road in Yosemite National Park's high country.
Looking down on both Clouds Rest and Half Dome from the 10,854-foot summit of Mt. Hoffmann is not even the best part of this incredibly scenic cross country day hike. In addition to the 360-degree panoramic views of the high country from Yosemite's geographic center, you get high alpine lakes, marmots galore, wildflowers, and tons of history and geology, making this a definite Guide's Choice Hike!

DANA PEAK | 6 MILES | X STRENUOUS
Private day hike to the summit of the 2nd tallest peak in Yosemite from Tioga Pass.
Summit the 2nd highest peak in Yosemite National Park! This short but challenging hike begins at 10,000 feet near Tioga Pass and travels through the wildflowers of Dana Meadows before ascending high above alpine to 13,601 feet giving you breathtaking views of Mono Lake and the Eastern Sierra!

CLOUDS REST SUMMIT | 14.4 MILES | STRENUOUS
Private day hike to the Cloud's Rest summit Tioga Road in Yosemite National Park's high country.
Standing proud at 9926 feet, Clouds Rest has a view that makes Half Dome look like a sissy! The 360-degree panoramas from the summit and all the scenic vistas along the hike make this trip a classic Yosemite experience! Note: This hike has some steep drop-offs that may bother people with acrophobia.

Join us on a 5-mile adventure through the glacier-carved Hetch Hetchy Valley, home of the notorious O'Shaughnessy Dam, to the 1200 foot thundering Wapama Falls. Considered by many to be the hidden sister valley of the Yosemite Valley, Hetch Hetchy is the best way to experience classic Yosemite landscapes without the crowds!

Easily one of the most scenic hikes in Yosemite National Park with birds eye views of Yosemite Valley! We'll start our moderate 6.5-mile loop at the famed Glacier Point, and along the way, we'll stop at the Taft Point fissures to see geology in motion, as well as the Sentinel Dome summit for its iconic 360-degree views of the Sierra. Ask about the sunset option beginning after 12 pm!

Enjoy summit views of the eastern and western Sierra as well as subalpine lakes and meadows without summiting anything! This trail only gains a modest 900 feet of elevation on its way to spectacular views of Mono Lake and the Owens River Valley from 10,599 feet! All of this, plus the wildflowers, swimming and relative solitude make this a Guide's Choice Hike!

The Half Dome Summit Hike is available through advance permits only. We are also happy to guide your group if you already have your Half Dome permits; contact us for pricing and more information! All guests that make it to Half Dome's summit will receive a commemorative t-shirt!

Journey back in time on this historic and incredibly scenic hike along the abandoned and crumbling Big Oak Flat Stage Coach Road. Although this hike has minimal elevation gain, the dramatic panoramic views of Bridalveil Falls, Ribbon Falls and El Capitan will take your breath away. Note: there is some boulder hopping and scrambling required for this hike!

Enjoy expansive views of Yosemite National Park's high country on one of these four private vista hikes! Available for hiker's 9 and older!

MONO PASS VISTA | 8 MILES | EASY - MODERATE

Private day hike to Mono Pass from Tioga Road in Yosemite National Park's high country.
Enjoy summit views of the eastern and western Sierra as well as subalpine lakes and meadows without summiting anything! This trail only gains a modest 900 feet of elevation on its way to spectacular views of Mono Lake and the Owens River Valley from 10,599 feet! All of this, plus the wildflowers, swimming and relative solitude make this a Guide's Choice Hike!

GAYLOR LAKES & YOSEMITE'S HIGH COUNTRY | 4 MILES | MOD - STRENUOUS

Private day hike to Gaylor Lakes from Tioga Road with a bonus tour of Tuolumne Meadows in Yosemite National Park's high country.
This incredible 4-mile round trip alpine hike begins at 9950 feet and climbs quickly to nearly 10500 feet! At the pass, you will be treated to sweeping 360-degree views of Dana Meadows, distant high country peaks, and the glacier-carved Gaylor Lakes Valley! The rest of the trail is easy to moderate hiking and exploring Gaylor and Granite Lakes. After our trail hike, we’ll take time for sightseeing in Tuolumne Meadows, Tenaya Lake, and Olmstead Point!

GLACIER POINT AND THE VALLEY RIM LOOP | 5.5 MILES | MODERATE

Private day hike along the Valley Rim Loop on the southern rim of Yosemite Valley in Yosemite National Park followed by a bonus tour of Glacier Point.
Easily one of the most scenic hikes in Yosemite National Park with birds-eye views of Yosemite Valley! Along our 5.5 mile loop, we'll stop at the Taft Point fissures to see geology in motion, as well as the Sentinel Dome summit for its iconic 360-degree views of the Sierra. We'll make sure to save energy for a bonus walking tour of Glacier Point! Ask about the sunset option beginning after 12 pm!

YOSEMITE VALLEY & VERNAL FALLS LOOP | 4.5 MILES | STRENUOUS

Private day hike on the Vernal Falls Loop on the eastern rim of Yosemite Valley a bonus tour of the most iconic sites in Yosemite Valley in Yosemite National Park.
This twist on the classic Mist Trail starts in Yosemite Valley and climbs 1500 feet high above the Valley floor, past the iconic Vernal Falls to Clark Point, before a slow and scenic decent along the first 1.5 miles of the famed John Muir Trail. Afterward, we'll enjoy a tour of the most iconic sites in Yosemite Valley!

Day 1: We'll pick you up from the Bay Area, Sacramento or Fresno Area and have lunch before heading to a Yosemite area vacation rental or hotel. That evening you'll be treated to an incredible meal and wine tasting at the Pine Mountain Lake Grill. Day 2: We'll pick you up 8 am, after breakfast at your accommodations, for a 6-mile round trip hike past May Lake to Mt Hoffmann, standing at 10, 856 feet in the geographical center of Yosemite National Park! After, we'll order you pizza from Two Guys Pizza Pies delivery to your vacation rental or hotel. Day 3: Another amazing day in Yosemite begins at 9 am, after breakfast, with a hike up to Clouds Rest! Although she stands under 10,000 feet, you'll be looking down on Half Dome and far into Yosemite's high country from the summit. Another great dinner is in store for you at the new Rush Creek Lodge. Day 4: Your legs will be a bit sore, but you'll be excited and ready for the high elevation of this 6-mile round trip hike to Mt. Dana, the second highest peak in Yosemite! Enjoy an evening of swimming and a BBQ dinner at Tenaya Lake before heading back for a well deserved night's sleep! Day 5: We'll pick you up early for breakfast at the New Rush Creek Lodge before heading on a quick tour of Yosemite Valley! Once we've taken the requisite tourist photos, we'll back to the Bay Area, Fresno or Sacramento area! ​