Half-day and full-day group hikes are offered from late May through early October for hikers of all experience levels. Bring a small backpack with at least 2 liters of water (some situations require more), snacks, lunch, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and extra layers.
To make your Yosemite Group Hiking reservation, call 209.372.8344 or stop by any of the Tour and Activity Desks in Yosemite Valley.
Group Hikes at Yosemite
Glacier Point to Yosemite Valley via Panorama Trail
Available only on Tuesdays and Fridays
Are you ready to challenge yourself hiking 8 miles of High Sierra ground in 8 hours? If YES then Adventure Hike on Panorama Trail is your way to enjoy Yosemite's extraordinary views while improving your hiking skills.
| May 13 through September 29, 2020 | |
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| Day of Week | Tuesday and Friday |
| Time | 8:15 am |
| Meeting Place | Yosemite Valley Lodge Tour & Activity Desk |
| Duration | 8 hours, covering a strenuous 6-8 miles |
| Cost | $100.00 per person, price includes bus ticket |
| Reservations | Yosemite Valley Lodge Tour and Activity Desk |
| Ages | 12+ |
| Hike Itinerary | |
| Start |
8:15 am at Yosemite Valley Lodge. The one-way bus ride to Glacier Point (7,214 feet) will leave at 8:30 am sharp. Bus ride duration: 90 minutes |
| Glacier Point | One of our friendly guides from the Mountaineering School will gather the group to share their knowledge and love for Yosemite. Here you will enjoy the Glacier point overlook of the Valley, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and High Sierras. |
| Illilouette Canyon to Happy Isles | From Glacier Point you will hike down to Illilouette Canyon and up to Panorama Point, then down the Valley via Mist Trail on a 5 mile downhill with hundreds of stairs. |
| End | Happy Isles bus top at 4:30 pm |
Depending on the water levels and weather forecast, you might get wet. Bring some extra clothes and a rain jacket to keep yourself dry.
Our small groups sizes allow a personalized touch. If you intend to hike Half Dome, this hike would give you good parameters of Yosemite trails.
Don't forget your camera!
Available only Sundays
Yosemite Adventure Hikes are tailored to the group’s preferences and experience level. The all-day hikes (generally six hours and covering 6+ miles) will take you beyond Yosemite's most famous attractions to the lesser-known—but equally gorgeous—spots that our guides have personally selected for the group. This hike is appropriate for guests age 12 and older.
| May 13 through September 29, 2020 | |
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| Days of Week | Sunday |
| Time | 9:30 am |
| Meeting Place | Yosemite Mountaineering School |
| Duration | 6 hours, covering 6+ miles |
| Cost | $60.00 per person |
Whether you choose to rent a bike from us or bring your own, there’s no better way to explore Yosemite Valley’s floor. You’ll start your day with a bike ride past Yosemite’s most famous natural landmarks as you head to the trailhead. Once there, you’ll park your bike and begin your hike. Your guide will teach you about Yosemite’s natural history, geology and ecology along the way. Bicycle rentals are available at Curry Village and Yosemite Valley Lodge Bike Stands. The cost of bike rental is not included in the cost of the Bike-to-Hike Tour.
| May 13 through September 29, 2020 | |
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| Days of Week | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday |
| Time | 9:00 am, except Thursday at 2:00 pm |
| Meeting Place | Curry Village Bike Stand |
| Duration | 2.5 Hours |
| Cost | $25.00 per person; 10 and under $5.00 with paying adult |
Set at a leisurely pace with plenty of time to pause for pictures or relaxation, Discovery Hikes are perfect for novice hikers—or anyone just to enjoy themselves in nature. There will be plenty of stops along the way to watch rock climbers, take pictures and just explore at your own pace. We keep the group sizes small and tailor them to the group’s interests and hiking level. Participants must be at least 12 years of age.
| May 13 through September 29, 2020 | |
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| Days of Week | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday |
| Meeting Place & Time | Monday & Saturday - Yosemite Valley Lodge Amphitheater at 1:00 pm Wednesday - Yosemite Mountaineering School at 1:00 pm Thursday - Yosemite Mountaineering School at 9:00 am |
| Duration | 3.5 hours, covering roughly 3-4 miles |
| Cost | $40.00 per person |