On a Spot Trip, you are taken by horseback, your gear and provisions by pack animals, to a desirable campsite on a lake or stream. The stock and packer return for you on a predetermined day. Length of stay does not affect cost. Check in time is 7:00am. Frontier provides wilderness permits.
Trip Details
Duration
Custom
Location
Yosemite National Park/Ansel Adams Wilderness
Season
Upon Request
Trip Type
Pack Trip
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
2-12
About Liquor
BYOB
Additional Activities
Swimming, Fishing, Hiking
Rates
$425.00 - $660.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
Additional Rate Info
Round Trip Rates Clark Lakes - Weber Lake - Rush Creek Party of Two: $480 each Party of Three: $440 each Four or More: $425 each *Additional charge = $105
Alger Lakes - Davis Lakes - Marie Lakes - P.C.T. - Waugh Lake Party of Two: $660 each Party of Three: $605 each Four or More: $535 each *Additional charge = $170
*If pack load exceeds 150 lbs. per person additional charge for each 150 lbs. or a portion of the additional load.
Rate for Packing One Way Spot & Dunnage Pack One way spot provides saddle horses and pack animals for your party and supplies. Also those groups where some hike and other ride fall in this category. 7:00am arrival at pack station. Each packer will handle a maximum of five head of stock. *Three mule minimum per party.
Saddle and Pack Stock/Packer with Horse Waugh Lake - Clark Lakes - Weber Lake $110 per day/$210 per day
Alger Lakes - Davis Lakes - Marie Lakes - P.C.T. $175 per day/$260 per day
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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