Celebrate summer’s biodiverse splendor in the Yosemite high country with an expert naturalist. On this weekend adventure, you’ll join fellow park-lovers for three high-elevation exploratory full-day hikes in the Tuolumne Meadows area.
Throughout the weekend, you’ll learn about sensitive alpine ecology, including the dwarfed hidden gardens that grow on Yosemite’s “sky islands,” isolated, high-elevation plateaus that harbor rare plants found nowhere else on Earth.
Each day hike will bring opportunities to deepen your connection to the natural world; revel in the majestic views of mountains, meadows and lakes, and hear insider tips for your future travels in this quiet part of the park. For an extra-fun experience, be sure to bring your curiosity and nature-based questions — see if you can stump your guide!
Included with your registration:
- Three full-day exploratory hikes (8 am to approximately 4 pm each day).
- Park entry (as needed).
- Four nights of tent camping at Tuolumne Meadows Campground, if needed (arrive Thursday, August 6 and depart Monday, August 10).
- Note: Our limited camping sites are for participants only. We cannot adjust the dates. The sites are shared. Tents only.
- Option to upgrade to accommodations to Tuolumne Meadows Lodge for an additional fee (arrive Thursday, August 6 and depart Monday, August 10).
- Information about upgrading your accommodations will be emailed to you after you sign up. The option expires 30 days before the program and does not offer a discount. We cannot adjust the dates.
- Note: There is no discount if you choose not to use our gate pass or campsites.
