Spend five days wandering through one of the most beautiful places on earth: Yosemite National Park. This trip allows you the opportunity to explore the uncrowded backcountry along the John Muir Trail and also to revel in the beauty of the Ansel Adams Wilderness. Starting at the pack station, you'll conquer the heights of Donohue Pass and descend into the magic splendor of Yosemite and Tuolumne Meadows.
Trip Details
Duration
5 Days
Location
Yosemite National Park
Season
July and August
Trip Type
Trail Ride
Nearest City
June Lake
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
California, United States
Elevation
9,000 Feet
Type of Ride
Horses and Mules
Minimum Age Limit
6
Weight Limit
240 lbs
Guest Capacity
5-12
Camp Setup
The camp set up includes folding chairs, enclosed privy, solar showers, horseshoe pitching set, etc. Bring your own fishing gear.
Accommodations
Tents
Dining
All meals provided. The meals are made with all fresh vegetables, fruits and entrees that will satisfy any fisherman. Their cookery has been described as five star.
About Liquor
BYOB
Additional Activities
Swimming, Fishing, Hiking
Rates
$925.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
Additional Rate Info
All rates subject to a 2% U.S. Forest Service fee, plus a $5 reservation fee.
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Notes
Trail Ride, Base Camp, All-Expense Paid Information
Check in time is 7:00am at Frontier Pack Train – June Lake
Breakfast is served the first day while gear is packed on the mules. The last meal furnished is lunch on the last day.
Dunnage limit is 40lbs per person. This includes sleeping bags, fishing gear, and liquor.
Frontier provides a saddle bag for trail essentials. They do not suggest bringing saddle bags or backpacks unless pocket size.
No alcoholic beverages served or included in trip fee.
Transportation provided for return to June Lake for trips terminating at other road heads.
Trips will end at 4:00pm the last day.
The pack station does not treat the water. Bring your own filter pump or purification tablets.
Frontier furnishes stock, packer, cook, food, and camping equipment. Private tents for couple or singles will be reserved by request. All trips are outfitted with chairs, solar showers and privy.
Itineraries subject to unforeseen trail or weather conditions or packer discretion. Riders over 240lbs or who are heavy for their height need to be approved by the pack station.
Personal checklist for full service trips:
Sleeping bag and foam pad or air mattress
Broad brimmed hat with string to keep from blowing off (must have)
Riding boots and camp shoes
Sunglasses
Heavy jacket
Bring gear in nylon duffels, keeping sleeping bags and pads separate
Personal hygiene kit
Flashlight and extra batteries
Coffee mug required
Rain jacket or slicker
Camera and film
Insect repellant
Bathing suit
Hat protector
Liquor should be labeled and checked in separately
Reservation Policy
A 20% deposit is required to hold your reservations, along with an application form. Full payment due 30 days prior to starting date. Deposit is non-refundable. Refund of balance will be returned only if you fill the spot on the trip. Deposits can be applied only to that season's trip.
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