5-Day Yosemite Backpacking - Yosemite Icons

For the hiker wanting to see it all, the Yosemite Icons trip offers stunning views of Yosemite’s most famous landmarks from rarely seen perspectives. Experience the adrenalin rush of peering over the

For the hiker wanting to see it all, the Yosemite Icons trip offers stunning views of Yosemite’s most famous landmarks from rarely seen perspectives. Experience the adrenalin rush of peering over the sheer 3,000 foot face of El Capitan –the mecca of rock climbers around the world. Feel the mist of the roaring Yosemite Falls as you stand over the water plunging nearly 1500 feet to the pool below making it one of the tallest free-falling waterfalls in the world. Have lunch while gazing down on the granite bubble North Dome and relax while watching the sunset on the valley from Eagle Peak. This is a bucket list backpacking trip that lets you get up close and personal with scenes most people only see on postcards in the gift shop. As the calendar is confusing: 2026 Dates are: 5/8-5/12 5/22-5/26 6/26-6/30 7/10-7/14 7/31-8/4 8/28-9/1 9/13-9/17 10/9-10/13

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Location: Yosemite National Park

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Q&A

Q: Are there any age limits for this backpacking trip? I want to get this for my teenager.

A: There are no specific age limits for the Yosemite Icons trip, but it's recommended for ages 12 and up due to the physical demands of hiking for several days. If your teenager is fit and loves the outdoors, they should have an amazing time! Just make sure they can handle carrying a backpack for long distances.

Q: What do you wear on this trip? Is there a packing list?

A: You'll want to dress in layers since temperatures can vary a lot. I recommend moisture-wicking base layers, a warm fleece, and a waterproof jacket for the evenings. Don't forget good hiking boots and a hat! Lasting Adventures provides a packing list, so check that out before you go.

Q: What happens if the weather's bad? Can we reschedule?

A: If severe weather occurs, Lasting Adventures will work with you to reschedule the trip. They care about safety first, so if conditions aren’t suitable for hiking, they’ll find a new date. Just keep an eye on the weather forecasts as your trip approaches!

Discussions

Just booked the Yosemite Icons trip for next summer! Any tips?

I just secured my spot for the Yosemite Icons backpacking trip from 6/26-6/30! I’m so stoked. I've heard the views from Eagle Peak during sunset are unreal. What should I prepare for? Any must-haves besides the usual gear?

Thinking of giving the Yosemite trip as a gift - worth it?

I'm considering gifting this 5-day Yosemite backpacking experience to my brother. He's into hiking but has never done anything this ambitious. Is it too intense for a beginner? Would he enjoy it?