This grand Yosemite Sierra trekking adventure takes you to the little visited Northern section of Yosemite National Park. Spectacular mountain vistas, little visited mountain lakes and dramatic canyons make up this Yosemite trek.

We hike out of the Hoover Wilderness in the Toiyabe National Forest before crossing into Yosemite National Park via the Northern boundary. We then visit Matterhorn Canyon, riviera-like Benson Lake and then into Slide Canyon before completing this 54 mile loop trip.

Along the way there will be plenty of time for relaxation amid the incredible beauty and quiet of the Yosemite backcountry as well as great backcountry cuisine.

View the Itinerary for this trek.

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Location: We meet at Twin Lakes near the Eastern Sierra town of Bridgeport, an hour north of Mammoth Lakes.

Food: At California Alpine Guides we strive to provide healthy and delicious gourmet backcountry meals. Breakfast and dinner are provided by your guide / backcountry chef while in the field. Special diets can be accommodated.

Level: Good physical conditioning is required. Some previous backpacking experience is required.

Dates 2008: Aug 7-12
Custom dates available from July through September

Cost: $895 per person

Includes: Breakfast and dinner while in the field, professional mountain guides and instruction, all group camping gear and permits.