Hello,
I am planning a group trip to Yosemite the second week of June. I reserved a campsite, Dimond O just to be safe. We'd rather get out in the backcountry. What is the likelihood of scoring permits during the week? What are good backpacks(multiple nights)this time of year? Some of the areas we are interested in are Half Dome, preferably from Tenaya Lake or TM, with perhaps a side trip out to Merced Lake. Another option is El capitan loop, or maybe something out by Hetch Hetchy, possibly Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. What are the mosquitoes like at these elevations and are there any fords we'd need to be concerned about. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
luvtobackpack