Planning a backpacking trip, lots of questions
Posted: Tue Jun 24, 2008 5:00 pm
So I am planning a backpacking trip (August 20th -> August 24th) to Yosemite (duh), and have just begun my research on what trails/destinations the trip will entail.
As I'm sure most of you can relate, it is a bit overwhelming. So many trails, so many destinations, and so many logistics. I've started browsing through threads here, but feel like I don't have the necessary reference material to make sense out of all the trails and points of interest that are mentioned. Are there any good PDFs/maps available specific to backpacking in Yosemite?
Another question I have is regarding the best choice for our limited time frame. Originally I had predicted we would find a single ~4 day loop, but after reading posts it seems that it might be best to hop around between different trail heads. What is the general consensus?
On top of everything, I'm a little confused on where backpackers are actually allowed to setup camp while on a trail. Can we setup camp anywhere, or do we need to stop in defined areas?
The number of people in my group is 4, and we are all young and fit, so I'm not too worried about difficult hikes, as long as the destination is worth the trip. I'd like to get in as many lakes / waterfalls / scenic views as possible, while not having to hop back in the car every day.
Thanks in advance!
As I'm sure most of you can relate, it is a bit overwhelming. So many trails, so many destinations, and so many logistics. I've started browsing through threads here, but feel like I don't have the necessary reference material to make sense out of all the trails and points of interest that are mentioned. Are there any good PDFs/maps available specific to backpacking in Yosemite?
Another question I have is regarding the best choice for our limited time frame. Originally I had predicted we would find a single ~4 day loop, but after reading posts it seems that it might be best to hop around between different trail heads. What is the general consensus?
On top of everything, I'm a little confused on where backpackers are actually allowed to setup camp while on a trail. Can we setup camp anywhere, or do we need to stop in defined areas?
The number of people in my group is 4, and we are all young and fit, so I'm not too worried about difficult hikes, as long as the destination is worth the trip. I'd like to get in as many lakes / waterfalls / scenic views as possible, while not having to hop back in the car every day.
Thanks in advance!