by SierraBound » Tue Jan 05, 2010 9:37 pm
Thanks Dan, I appreciate your advice. Looking at the YARTS schedule it looks like they only have buses departing from Merced bound for Yosemite in the morning. So that would mean a layover in Merced since even with the earliest flights into the area I would miss the last bus. YARTS has their winter schedule posted, so maybe they add an afternoon run in the summer season.
I also need to learn more about the VIA bus. I have seen some info that sounded like they offer service from Fresno, but on their website it looks like they operate out of Merced. I need to give them a call to learn more.
I am planning a JMT thru hike starting in Yosemite Valley , so leaving a rental car in Yosemite Valley is not an option.
With a three week vacation window I am trying to maximize trail days by eliminating a layover day outside of the park. I'd prefer to spend that first night at the backpacker campground in Yosemite Valley.
Thanks again. This forum is awesome!