As an avid hiker and outdoors enthusiast, I am fortunate to hike in some of the most incredible national parks and have vast experience and tips for others wishing to visit these parks and hike these trails. In particular, I have a lot of videos from the trails of the West Coast of the USA, namely at Yosemite, Mount Rainier and Joshua Tree.
In 2016 I hiked the JMT (John Muir Trail) in California and in 2017 the High Sierra Trail, whilst I hiked the Wonderland Trail in 2023.
In 2024 I have plans for a backpacking trip in Yosemite and will be hiking the Wonderland Trail in summer 2024.
I 'd really appreciate it if you could like and subscribe to my channel and comment on your hiking experiences.
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Good video 👏🏼
Another helpful video Rob, thanks! If you haven’t done Tuolumne Meadows to Glen Aulin High Sierra Camp in this same area, you should check it out 🙂
AND YOU HAVE THE NERVE TO BE SURPRISED??? LMAO
Oh my gosh. 👍1
to be honest I was hoping not to see any bears when we explored Sequoias last month 😄
What a beautiful hiking spot. Glad you both were safe of one another.
What a gift you were able to have a safe bear encounter! I love that you chit-chat with them, I do that too. I've learned from experts that, when things feel uncomfortable, it's best to get a bit aggressive and yell/bluff chase them. Black bears will almost always run away from aggressors.
How long did it take from start to finish? I did a similar thing once where I camped at sunrise lake then in the morning did clouds rest. such a beautiful and unique hike. few places on earth have that geography
it usually takes me between 6 and 7 hours total, including time enjoying the view :)
I’ve hiked in early summer (still frozen solid and feet of snow) mid winter (snowshoes make it fun) and late summer… all super gorgeous!
I hope to try it in summer next week!
@@RobHikes def still bring spikes just in case, but be prepared for a wonderful time! I was just there in June with my oldest son and had a blast… video in queue!
How do you manage the altitude?
I don't usually find it that bad, I drink lots of water and take electrolyte candies with me :)
I hiked this trail 7/14/24 and all of the downed trees you mentioned have been cleared Rob.
Amazing! Hope you had an awesome hike!
Great Video
Thanks for the visit
Awesom video. Thanks for sharing. 👍2
Thanks for watching!
Another great video Rob, thanks!
thank you so much for watching :)
Hey Rob great video and the sound is much better than it has been in the past.
it was a great hike! thanks for watching!
omg great news ❤
it sure is :)
agree with you I just have a connection with yosemite than i cant explain. i go back every year there is no where in the world i want to travel but yosemite 😅 good thing my family agrees with me
Its just so so special, happy trails and hope you have another visit soon!
RMNP is my "home park" Rob. Glad to see you enjoyed a hike there!
I loved it, I'll be back again in September. Happy trails :)
I hiked Clouds Rest in late June 2024 and it is a real stunner! Thanks for the video Rob.
It sure is, thanks for watching :)
are there any electrical outlets to charge your phone?
There was, yes.
@@RobHikes only in the heated tents?
I'm heading to Cathedral Lakes tomorrow Rob, thanks for this informative video!
Hope you had a great hike!
German viewer here; thanks for posting! Will be touring Yosemite mid August. Looks like the rest rooms are very decent there (no vault pits), so my small son will not be overwhelmed by stench…
Danke! The restrooms are in good condition, just remember soap as there was none in there :)
@@RobHikes Thanks, Rob!
I’ve been to Half Dome twice and Clouds Rest twice and I have to say I like going to Clouds Rest, incredible views without the crowds. It is like going on the top of a giant dinosaur.
Clouds Rest beats out Half Dome for me every time!
Can't believe how bad the bugs were. Of course I've only been in September. thanks for sharing. One of the best hikes in yosemite!
It's definitely better without the bugs! Thanks for watching :)
Great video - thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this Rob. I am going to Clouds Rest this week and am ready for the bugs and the stream crossing!
Hope you have a fantastic hike, the views are worth putting up with the bugs!
this is perfect timing bro. was watching your other vids on clouds rest because im planning to g on july 4th! this video is class
Yes 🙌🏻 have a great time, this hike is the Yosemite GOAT 🐐
Beautiful video. The views are awesome. Thanks for sharing. subd & 👍24
Thank you so much! Hope you enjoy my future content ☺️
Amazing views at the end of the trail, thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Literally the price for the location. I used to stay outside (oakhurst) and wasted 2hr just driving back and forth from the airbnb to the park so this time I decided to book the tent. Will stay there in the next 2 weeks. Thanks for the review!
Location is key! Thanks for watching :)
I’ve lived in CA since 2020, spent tonnes of time in Yosemite and various other wilderness areas, and I’ve NEVER seen a bear! It’s become a bit of a running joke amongst my friends. I have heard one sniffing around my tent though! I didn’t get out to go say hello :)
It's really luck of the drawer, I didn't see any all summer last year, then two in one day in the fall! I'm heading to Yellowstone later this year and hope too see a good few!
Thanks for sharing, I am excited to be on this trail next week.
Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for watching!
Another British hiker in CA! We should start a hiking club!
The club can serve scones and tea for a mid-hike snack!
@@RobHikes I approve of this!
How about the parking situation?
I got parking right in the big curry village lot next to the tents :)
@@RobHikes thank you for your response I just booked a tent and parking can be really though this time a year so I was worried. Do you have any idea what time check in is?? I haven’t received my confirmation email yet.
@@Jnytrn check-in is 4pm
Yay, Rob, glad you're back!! Thanks for bringing me such gorgeous reminders of Yosemite between my own visits! Question: were you not able to take the JMT down all the way from Nevada Fall? I was disappointed the Ice Cut was closed early April when I was there....sounds like it still is? I always take JMT descending, too. Happy trails and travels to you :-)
Hey! Yes the trail is closed from Clark Point to Nevada Falls still, no sign of when it will reopen yet. Happy Trails to you and thank you for watching :)
@@RobHikes Thanks so much! I did 4-mile trail in April after your video of that one :-) Keep them coming!
Thanks
No problem :)
What month was this ? We’ll be going in 8 days. I hope there’s no more snow.
This was February! You'll have glorious sunshine and no snow in the valley this time of year :)
You should bye a yosmite hat. :)
I definitely need one!!!
I'm looking forward to getting some boots on the ground 4 this one! Awesome share
Its such a cool and unique trail, enjoy!
Any info on parking your car when staying in these tents? I will be going this summer with our 24' Airstream Interstate van and may need to staff to help locate a longer spot.
I managed to park in the Curry Village lot. They have signs clearly on the way to Curry Village, there is some consutrciton there at the moment but I managed to park no problem.
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pull the blinds next time!
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it. Im hoping to get back up CR as soon as Tioga Rd reopens for the season :)
Hi Rob, I've done all these hikes but never all connected. You're a beast! I really love the views on Four-Mile and like your perspective/appreciation of them, too :-)
Thanks for watching, its an epic all dayer, but I love it!
Wow great! I love camping too🤗🙌🏻
I'm definitely gonna give you a LIKE , you've done a great job & you're REALLY HOT!! I wish you and your channel continued success ❤
What do you think the park will look like in a month time?
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Snow in the snowiest place in Ohio: blech! Snow in Yosemite: Magical!
How did you get in? or did you stay up there before they closed. beautiful video. been there ice skating a while back.