Backpacking ALONE in Yosemite's Wilderness

[@jaypetty]

Great video. I went through a similar emotional journey when I hiked a portion of the John Muir trail for my 50th birthday. I am a man and it completely exhausted me and I ran very low on water at the end. I sat alone and cried when I finally knew I made it. OMG. So hard but I want to do it again.

[@trailandtravel]

Experiences like those are tough but they are so worth it! Congrats on the JMT, id love to hike it someday!

[@kristymoore7052]

I’m 60, started backpacking at 52, though always camped, hiked, etc. I’ve combated fear. 1st time backpacking solo I was anxious so got to camp waaay too early. Got to experience boredom. :) there have been other times I’ve been scared of the dark, and many others, very proud of my accomplishments. My first time backpacking in Yosemite a crazy storm came in and it was 18 degrees. I still did it and did not see another sole the entire time out there. I will never forget that.

[@trailandtravel]

wow that's inspiring! It can be a bit scary being a woman alone in the woods, but I've had so pretty amazing experience doing it! Its always worth the memories!

[@123angelr]

Thank You for sharing your Yosemite experience. You are some amazingly tough girl. VERY TOUGH!!!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! I had a great time!

[@AlyssaLuevano-li9vp]

I recently started hiking alone, and the first time I made so many mistakes that I actually didn’t go back out for awhile. I have gotten back out solo and it’s just so peaceful! I eventually want to start backpacking; this video is so inspiring. Love to see other girlies facing their fears!

[@trailandtravel]

Mistakes will be made, whether you're hike with someone or on your own. Just be sure to learn from them and show up more prepared next hike! Be safe and smart out there! Thanks so much for watching!

[@pranavchavada392]

That's definitely the best solo camping, backpacking hiking trip, one of the best channels on KZbin undoubtedly, and still one of the most underrated, go strong and go all the way girl, cheers to your liveliness and happiness you really making one of the best content.

[@trailandtravel]

you are so kind! thank you so much!

[@charlessullivan5370]

Permit me to commend you on your solo Yosemite adventure. I appreciate your candor. The video was excellent. In less than two months, I will turn 70. Five years ago, I did a solo thru-hike of the JMT NOBO from Horseshoe Meadow. I have approximately five decades of backpacking experience, most of it solo. I assure you that the feelings and angst you felt, especially early in your trip, are things that I feel every time I do a solo trip. So I think those emotions are perfectly normal. Out of necessity, you did things you probably didn't think you could do. As you noted, meeting big challenges is how you grow as a person and gain self-confidence. Well done, young woman! I most heartily recommend that you thru-hike the JMT if you get the chance. That trail is extremely challenging but also incredibly beautiful and rewarding. You've got the right stuff to do it. All the best to you on future adventures!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much! I would absolutely love to hike the JMT someday! Hopefully in the near future! Thank you for sharing.

[@kmaamk1620]

Omg you did this on your period! You’re brave and determined. Thanks for sharing!

[@trailandtravel]

Yeah.. It was kinda unfortunate.. Lol Thanks for watching!

[@Dr_Cole]

I am a simple hiker with limited overnight backpacking experience in Yosemite, and all of it has been for Half Dome overnight trips. Still, I was able to visualize most of the trail with you, and found myself hoping you didn’t take the Mist Trail! Obviously, as a guy I have nearly no perspective on getting your period while hiking. Whereas I know full backpacking trips require one to consider every item packed, a box of tampons likely now seems like a thing by a mere comfort. I also wondered if the ranger station in upper Yosemite valley (back section atop Nevada Falls) has some emergency medical aid including period product. It’s been 20 years since I have been there so I’m not even sure if it’s staffed any more. Great video and every bit of the trip was excellently narrated. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! I definitely learned my lesson with the Mist Trail 😅. And yes I will be hiking with products for my cycle going forward. I did have a few people comment on this video that the ranger station may have some tampons in stock. And looking back that could have been an option. However, I didn't know it at the time of the hike. Thank you for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it! I have another solo backpacking trip planned in March (not in Yosemite), I'm excited to share!

[@Brad-ey4hb]

Overnight solo backpacking in wilderness is no joke, for woman or man. Many men don't get the anxiety women feel being out alone. On a solo hike you have to make decisions. I was really inspired on how made a decision didn't give up. Eack backpacking trip brings lessons and what to add to the pack list for next time. What did you eat besides Ramen? Try electrolyte powder so you don't bonk out. There are so many hiking groups if you truely want company on the trail. The backcountry of Yosemite isn't for the faint of heart and you did it! Thank you.

[@trailandtravel]

I completely agree, I always learn so much about myself and how to navigate different circumstances when I backpack. I ate a freeze dried meal from trailtopia that night, it was already dark so I decided not to film it. both my GoPro an my camera are pretty bad at filming in the dark. I did use electrolytes, mostly in the form of salt tablets and blocks. They helped tremendously! ive considered hiking with others, however I really enjoy spending time alone and being able to take the trail at my own pace! Thanks for watching! more adventure to come!

[@donaldlee6760]

This was an amazing story! I hiked Clouds Rest last week with my college-aged son and daughter. We began at Tenaya Lake and took the left turn into Sunrise Lakes and camped overnight a half mile in at the first lake, before heading to Clouds Rest the next morning. I will copy your route (also solo) that starts in the valley, which is far more difficult but looks like so much fun!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you for watching! Clouds Rest is absolutely breath taking! I actually just got back from another solo backpacking trip from Yosemite. Similar route from this video but a little different. I hiked up Yosemite falls camped at north dome Friday 8/9 and then camped at sunrise like below clouds rest on Saturday 8/10. Im super excited to share my trip in the next few weeks. I hope you stick around my channel to see it!

[@HuckOutdoors]

LoL I did the same thing with the cookset up in the Wind River Range. MSR sells a replacement if you contact them. You had some great views on this one. New subscriber here. Keep up the good work.

[@trailandtravel]

That's great info! Thanks for watching!

[@overwatchxrescue]

Yosemite is always a gorgeous place for a hiking adventure! Thanks for sharing your experiences.

[@trailandtravel]

It was incredible! Thanks for watching!

[@christothesummit]

It was so great not just seeing you push through the struggle but hearing you speak about appreciating the challenge of this adventure!! Awesome video!!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much! More to come!

[@DetroitTea23]

You did way more than most people do in a lifetime. Way to go !

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! It was an amazing journey!

[@waynelondon9776]

I really enjoyed the videography and your authentic natation. My wife and I have hiked a bunch of the trails in Yosemite and love it’s beauty. Thank you for sharing and look forward to watching your future videos!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! It was so beautiful there, I had a great time! Awesome, my next video will be coming out tomorrow!

[@teddyhcuts]

Inspiring! Its crazy that if a guy were telling someone their plans people wouldn’t say well aren’t you scared? You ARE grace and confidence! Thanks for sharing!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much! Yes I agree, if a man did what I did there would be no question from anyone.

[@csn583]

@@NVIK5 YOU are the problem.

[@trailandtravel]

Am I though?

[@bridgerrobinson5374]

It may be culturally easier for guys to go backpack alone, but guys get scared too 😅I’ve personally been asked wether I get scared a lot! Respect to anyone, Man or Woman who ventures alone to enrich their relationship with nature 🤘

[@trailandtravel]

It can be a bit unsettling to be out in the backcountry alone, but it's also quite magical at times! I do almost all of my backpacking so and I truly love it!

[@alexandra4334]

Wow I didn’t think you would make it back in time. Determination! You inspire me to take the same route, except take the John Muir back down instead. Ive only done day hikes there and Im quite fearful of the backcountry.

[@trailandtravel]

For a while I didn’t think I was going to make it in time too! It was a great route. The climb was difficult but incredible! Snow creek trail is not a high traffic trail but the rest of it is! You will run into lots of people and probably not very many animals. I hope you enjoy your hike there!

[@seventhdayissabbath8747]

Awesome video, thank you so much for sharing your adventure.. a few years ago three of us (my friend and sister) backpacked from the valley floor to Little Yosemite Valley Campground, it took us many hours because the trail was all up hill, so I empathize with you on those up hill sections of the trail... So hard but so worth it when you see the beauty around you..

[@trailandtravel]

So true. It was really tough, but absolutely amazing! Worth ever step!

[@ShroomAndMoss]

This is such a beautiful video ! Thank you for sharing the whole journey, and well done on the last part which was soooo challenging !

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you for watching! It was an amazing journey and I was so grateful to experience all of it, even the hard parts!

[@CBeard849]

When I was young I did the day hike to the top of Half Dome 3 times. The last trip the trail down off the mountain had me almost in tears because of my knees and leg pains. I can't believe you took the Mist Trail and did it in the dark! Glad you made it out OK.

[@trailandtravel]

Wow that sounds incredibly hard!

[@dilbertmcfly5986]

Congratulations for pushing and finishing! 90% of hikes in Yosemite, almost anybody when well rested can do it. But, don't underestimate 3 consecutive days WITH a heavy bag. That took guts. Congratulations!

[@trailandtravel]

Yes I completely agree. Thank you for watching!

[@catherinelittlebear9863]

Your grandkids will be so proud of you!

[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for watching!

[@anthonyvarni]

I work in the park and have done that trip before and you aren't kidding about Snow Creek, it's a beast! Awesome job and loved the video! Keep 'em coming!

[@trailandtravel]

It’s a really tough hike, but so beautiful! Thanks for watching!

[@noreenflowers8051]

I so love your video, your style of photography and your honest narrative. You have given me the gift of experiencing Yosemite from your work, and I would not change a thing about your video. Thank you and best of good fortune to you, dear.

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you, you are so kind! I’m glad you enjoyed watching!

[@HikingwithGus]

Loved your video! I m 65 been hiking and back packing for 53 yrs and still get a bit antsy when I solo, even when I have Gus with me. It is totally normal.... I got a kick out of yur mishap with your cook kit, rest assured we all have our WTF was I thinking moments! My son and I did a back country hike, got way the heck up and gone , got to camp and realized we both forgot out spoons! It happens. Keep on keepin' on! Cheers!

[@trailandtravel]

It wouldn't be an adventure without something going wrong! lol Thanks for watching!

[@hope2someday691]

Love Saddlebag Lake and the hiking in that area. Good that you over night’d at elevation too. That surely helped acclimating to the higher elevations you were traversing.

[@trailandtravel]

It was really beautiful! I enjoyed camping there for the night. thanks for watching!

[@UtahNick71]

I went to Yosemite in July. Never seen that many bugs in my life. So beautiful.

[@trailandtravel]

There were still quite a few mosquitoes around the valley floor, not ideal! But once I left the valley floor there were far less!

[@ignatiusjk]

I've been to Yosemite several times, so I know and feel your pain. Congratulations on your trip. You're lucky your young and in good shape.

[@trailandtravel]

It’s amazing! I’m soaking up my youth as much as possible, I know it won’t last forever! Thanks for watching!

[@adventure_outdoors]

The Yosemite backcountry is AMAZING! The trails on top of the granite cliffs are unlike any other places I've explored. It's so encouraging to see another solo female backpacker out there crushing it and enjoying nature. I know this trip wasn't how you planned it, but what an incredible experience 😄

[@trailandtravel]

It is a truly unreal experience, even though it didn't go according to plan! Thanks for watching!

[@Wendy-cf5tv]

Thanks for sharing your journey. I long to visit Yosemite. You are a strong and determined - it’s okay to make adjustments. I love how you appreciate the beauty around us!

[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for watching! I hope you make it to Yosemite someday. It’s a beautiful place!

[@tonyankele2903]

Great courage . Thank you for sharing a beautiful time of your life..I really enjoyed your hike. Very beautiful.

[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for watching! I enjoyed it too. I have many more beautiful hikes to share, I hope you stick around!

[@johnburrows6055]

Very good video, by a nice young lady. I live in Canada, and do a lot of solo hiking. I also have pushed myself to the extreme, and at the time, i wonder why i torture myself. But then, when i get discharged from the Intensive Care Unit, i feel a great sense of accomplishment. 😂 Keep up the good work 👏

[@trailandtravel]

Hahaha yes I can absolutely relate to that. Luckily no hospital trip this time!

[@gercawdell883]

The unexpected situations that one overcomes make the outcome more successful, more memorable. I admire your perseverance on the descent.

[@trailandtravel]

Its definitely a trip I'll never forget. Regardless of how it ended! thanks for watching.

[@RoissyAngel]

I think you are very brave. What wonderful life experiences you had and what fabulous memories you are creating. Well done.

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! I really enjoyed my time, grateful to experience this beautiful place!

[@vitor2650]

Outstanding production and stunning footage. I like how you were able to get Yosemite to cooperate in this production.

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! I had unbelievable weather while I was there. I felt incredibly lucky!

[@motioner9102]

One issue with putting your head down and grinding out a hike to meet a goal, in this case the store, is that you missed the beauty of your decent. I hiked the JMT and remember the stretch of trail you were on, it is gorgeous. With this being said, you must have been in great shape! Awesome achievement!

[@trailandtravel]

I actually was able to soak up most of it, it was absolutely stunning! I just missed the last 2ish miles of the trail, but the mist trail was incredible and VERY steep! I am in great shape, I work out multiple times a week and walk almost ever single day. I was ready for what this trail had to throw at me! Thanks for watching!

[@joshhoman]

That is beautiful! I am happy that you found it so fulfilling!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! It was an amazing experience!

[@joshhoman]

@@trailandtravel So welcome!

[@trailandtravel]

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[@seez1ne]

Really enjoyed your journey. Thanks for sharing.

[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@ulfarosalina]

Hi new subscriber here :) love the way you make videos!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! I had a great time making this one!

[@jules1sd]

Right on. I solo'd from Cathedral Lakes th to the Valley this summer. My thoughts coming down the jmt into the valley were, I'm glad I'm not climbing up this rn. Props for ascending that trail and then basically running down. My knees were screaming along, as I watched.

[@trailandtravel]

That's amazing, I'm sure you had a great time! The Descent was no joke! My knees were so stiff the next day!

[@DaleReed-ps1wj]

That was an awesome video and you are an inspiration to all hikers! Thank you for showing us the beauty of Yosemite. That view of Half Dome from Mt. Watkins was breathtaking!

[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for following along on my adventure! It was absolutely amazing!

[@dychui]

I loved your video ! Really well made and informative. Keeep up the great work !

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much!

[@cheryl_the_horsechick]

Just found your channel. Love your photography!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you!! I really enjoy making these video, I’m glad you like watching!

[@betsyclarke185]

So inspiring! I’ve been solo hiking and going to start doing some solo backpacking. I solo hiked Cloud’s Rest this past Sept along with two other hikes in the Eastern Sierras. Thank you for giving me confidence to solo backpack!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you for watching! Play it safe and bring the correct gear and you should be just fine! Happy Trails!

[@jerrypeevey]

Nice trip thanks for taking us along. I did the Golden Trout Wilderness for 6 days a couple weeks ago and had a lot of the same experiences. Although I am a male and missed some of your fun I am 67 years old and out of shape so I did get a lot of the other pains. Oh and I ran out of gas for my stove the first day LOL . I bet you are anxious to get back soon. I know I am. In fact I bought some property about 5 days hike down from Mt. Whitney. I know I will be out there more.

[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for watching! If your trip was anything like mine, it was tough but also amazing. I hope you had enough food that you didn't have to rehydrate! Yes im looking forward to getting back to Yosemite, probably next year! Someday I hope to hike the whole JMT!

[@janefromthecountry1820]

I am so impressed with your hiking skills and videos! Enjoying this video. Be safe out there. 💝Your round sunglasses are so cute on you, too.

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much, you are so sweet! I appreciate you!

[@stevecochrane6948]

I felt like I was there…very important because unlikely I will be able to backpack again…excellent video all around!

[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for watching! I’m glad you enjoy it! Stay tuned for more adventures!

[@jcarceo_]

What an awesome adventure! Thank you for sharing. I am planning a solo backpacking trip to Yosemite next year! Im glad I came across this video.. you definitely inspired me even more

[@trailandtravel]

That's amazing, you will love it!, Its unbelievable!

[@jillyelston6145]

I admire you so much! I can understand why you like to hike alone, but I just know I couldn't do it due to the presence of bears! Thank you for such a fabulous video and filming the spectacular scenery, I've subscribed and will look forward to more!

[@trailandtravel]

You’re so sweet! Thank you! After talking to the rangers I felt much more safe there. The bears in this area scare easily, thankfully! Thanks for subscribing, more adventures coming soon!

[@MovinOnBob]

Loved the video. For future reference, there is a Ranger Station in Little Yosemite Valley near the back packers campground. My gf got a tampon there once and they also have a emergency cot for people who get lost in the dark doing Half Dome without bringing a headlamp. You can sleep there and walk out in the daylight. The snow creek trail is the steepest trail from the valley floor and the only one I have not done. Lol Its on my list though for sure. Great video.

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! Before my trip I was wondering why it was so easy for me to get a permit for the snow creek trail.. now I see why lol. I did see the rangers station in little Yosemite valley, it didn’t seem like anyone was there. But I didn’t stop to investigate, I was already set on getting to the valley floor. Good to know for the future though! Thanks for sharing!

[@CaptainSallyPoo]

This video popped up as a suggested video for me. Gosh, it's been 10 years since I've backpacked in Yosemite. It was nostalgic for me to watch your video 💓 10 years ago, I also started my menstrual cycle at the beginning of a backpacking trip. I'm a heavy flow gal so I used tampons at the time. It honestly sucked so much. In 2019 I backpacked through Banff and by this point in my life, I had been using menstrual cups...such a game changer for me. My luck is that I start my cycle at some point on a backpacking trip. Menstrual cups are so small and compact that now, even if I'm not out backpacking, I just always have it in my toiletry bag. Also, something I've never tried- but in case of cramps- bringing a plastic roll up bottle that you can fill with hot water. Otherwise, I would have also made the same decisions as you did 💓

[@trailandtravel]

I also use a menstrual cup, unfortunately I didn’t have it on me. But I’ll change that for my future trips, for sure! It’s so light and compact, it’s worth carrying just in case! Lesson learned 😅 Thank you for watching! I’m glad you enjoy the video. I’m already looking forward to getting back to Yosemite next year!

[@Greg_seeking_Calm]

Amazing adventure! What perseverance!!!!

[@trailandtravel]

Than you so much! it was an incredible time, I am really looking forward to my next backpacking trip here in August! Thanks for watching!

[@crewzillakelly3655]

Good for you! So inspiring that you found the courage to push pass your comfort zone. I went to Yosemite a few months ago I hiked on JMT it didn’t go as well as I wanted to. But I’m so grateful that I had the opportunity to go and try. Next year I’ll be reapplying for a permit and try again! I’m glad your out there, Safe travel Happy trails

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much! Id absolutely LOVE to hike the JMT, someday! I hope it goes better for you next year!

[@Lefthandpath94]

I understand the anxiety. I went on my first backpacking trip through the sierras for 4 days and it was amazing but scary as well. I felt well prepared cause I was well equipped and had my satellite phone.

[@trailandtravel]

That amazing. It’s so worth it to do things that are a little bit scary!

[@leticiapalos57]

Those are such inspiring words…

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! I hope you enjoyed watching!

[@mitchellmysliwiecphotography]

Happy that it worked out in the end. Those first night views and astro were wonderful. It's hard making a choice that isnt Plan A, but is the one that is right for you at that time.

[@trailandtravel]

Im so happy too, the views were unbelievable. It worked out as well as it could have! Thanks for watching!

[@briansimpkins985]

this was still a really good video....yosemite is by far my favorite national park and place to go along with tahoe and telluride...i worked there for a summer and i try to go back every year just because i cant get enough of the peace and beauty even though most hikes im cursing at haha...the snow creek trail is no joke its like hiking upper yosemite falls (which u should 100 percent do the next time ur in the valley) but less miles and more elevation which probably makes it the hardest hike in the park going from the valley up..i came down it one time and was completely shredded. My friend and i started at porcupine trailhead on tioga road where a shuttle dropped us off went to indian arch then camped on top of north dome (sunset was incredible that night) then the next day went the rest of the way down and then hiked from there all the way to the valley via snow creek i think with me not drinking or eating much that day plus the 8 or so miles we had hiked going down the trail felt like an eternity it was soul crushing haha...also, i hiked from tenaya lake to clouds rest another time and camped on top which was the best day and night i have ever had hiking...seeing the lights from tioga road in the distance, the bazillion stars on a clear night and then the slight cool breeze all night it was just a moment ill never forget and ur right i hiked down from clouds the bext morning, great beautiful hike but going 6k down in elevation was rough so i feel u there lol...i stopped in yosemite valley got some water and def knew not to go down the mist trail the steps going down nevada then the hard steps on the side of vernal will get most people so i stayed on the jmt another brutal day when i was done i was sore for a few days...sorry for the novel but i can talk about yosemite all day. Lastly at the end of april beginning of may i plan on doing a 6-7k car camping trip across the country form wv to glacier maybe alaska crater lake yellowstone tetons yosemite tahoe sequia joshua tree arches bryce canyon zion telluride Rocky Mountains and a few other stops (hopefully the wind river range)..maybe do the PCH and hike the Hollywood sign again but God willing it should be an incredibly epic 2 months or so of just exploring! :) i also will be doing at least rim-rim hopefully as well but over 2 days...

[@trailandtravel]

Yes! There are so many trails is love to hike In Yosemite! I decided that I need to go back at least once a year. I’ve filled out a couple of permits for hikes this year. We will see if I’m able to secure any of them! That road trip sounds unreal! You are going to have a fantastic time! I’m hoping to do something like that over the next few years when I sell my business!

[@briansimpkins985]

@@trailandtravel all the best and good luck with all you do ...sorry about the rambling haha

[@trailandtravel]

You too,I wish you well! No need to apologize at all, I love connecting with people and hearing about their experiences. Thank you for sharing! @@briansimpkins985

[@doughboy334]

snow creek falls trail is brutal! good job

[@trailandtravel]

it seriously is! Thank you!

[@mamamel113]

You are amazing! I love your videos and I am always inspired by your ability to push yourself to do what very few can. It’s beautiful to watch!

[@trailandtravel]

Awe, Thank you! I appreciate you. I really enjoy making these videos and sharing my experience.

[@stephenswan4580]

Yosemite was our favorite backpacking trip. Clouds rest is both frightening and beautiful.

[@trailandtravel]

I totally agree!

[@SpeirOutdoors]

Great video!!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you!

[@gregsantos9392]

Much respect to you and a big mahalo for sharing. I’m a solo backpacker from the Big Island of Hawaii. I did a five day solo trip in Yosemite and your video brought back a lot of wonderful memories. I hiked down the Snow Creek Trail and thought it was one of the most amazing trails Iʻve ever been on! The only person I met on the trail was a 70+ year old woman at the top of Snow Creek also hiking solo. She was amazing! I’m regularly asked if I’m scared hiking alone. A quote I repeat to myself daily: “Fear is a controllable emotion that can trick you in to a boring life”. You only have one life, so live it. You are a great example of this and an ispiration to others. Rock on and don’t let anything hold you back. Greg

[@trailandtravel]

I absolutely love that quote and agree full heartedly! This is such an amazing place to explore, I feel so lucky to have been able to do it! Thanks for watching and for the kind words!

[@gregsantos9392]

I got the quote almost right. Should be: "Fear is a manipulative emotion that can trick us into a boring life." by Donald Miller @@trailandtravel

[@trailandtravel]

love it, thanks for sharing!

[@noreenflowers8051]

Controllable is better 😊

[@trailandtravel]

yes@@noreenflowers8051

[@YongsungKim]

Great story!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you!

[@hanaleart7339]

That’s right honey! What you said at 9:45 was the plain truth! 😊

[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for watching!

[@neenee_marie77]

What a beautiful video! You are very inspiring to do solo backpacking! You know if what happened to you would've happened to a man, he would've needed to be helicoptered off the mountain 😂 You rock!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much! I'll be heading back to Yosemite next week for a redo! I should be much better this time!

[@PierreFarrugia]

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[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for the sub and thanks for watching! I hope to visit Europe next year!

[@PierreFarrugia]

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[@trailandtravel]

@PierreFarrugia will do! Thank you!

[@UnsureSR]

Such a great video. Amazing trip!

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much!

[@sleeks9939]

I would so join the hike. Wish I had a mind of going solo lol

[@trailandtravel]

I really enjoy hiking and backpacking solo. It helps me get to know myself better and connect with my surroundings. But I had taken me a while to build up to doing a trip like this solo. You could absolutely work up to it if you wanted to.

[@goldfinder49er1]

I was on the mist trail a few years ago and try to "free solo " a short 1 pitch climb somewhere and got stuck,I was 59 then and cried like a baby for a couple minutes.I then found what you said on a break.I recorded the moment but never replay it to anyone.Solo emotions are the best and worst.If you ever got time check one of my videos from Yosemite.I only do them for the memories🙂 thanks

[@trailandtravel]

I think it very healthy to check in with our emotions, especially when we are alone!

[@FloydCotton-hx4jh]

Love the video. Thank you, so much for sharing your journey. You are amazing.

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you for watching!

[@jimboerner6964]

Yosemite is my favorite place on the planet. I've been there a couple dozen times, and during all seasons. The only hiking I did was to the top of Yosemite Falls, which I did 3 different times. But I appreciate your taking me to a part of the Park I've never seen. I really enjoyed your video!

[@trailandtravel]

Thanks for watching! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@mezaelectric]

Wonderful beautiful young girl yoi are brave. Video was entertaining thanks for sharing...big hugs

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you for watching! Im glad you enjoyed it. I actually just competed another solo backpacking trip in Yosemite that I'll be sharing soon! I hope you stick around to watch it!

[@wextremeart4399]

Watching and learning thanks for sharing

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you for watching!

[@Andy-x3i8y]

You put plastic on your stove. The children are right to laugh at you, Ralph. Joking, awesome video !

[@trailandtravel]

lol it came with the stove, I just forgot to take it off. 🤦🏽‍♀️ thanks for watching!

[@pm5574]

God bless you for sharing your amazing adventures! I turned 60 in September and have been doing mostly solo hikes, started on the Appalachian Trail in the 100 mile wilderness in Maine climbing up Mt Katahdin(had no clue that’s where most hikers end there adventure😂). My daughters alternated going on my fall hikes and my oldest said she was done hiking with me (because I like to do a marathon a day 🤭, to see all I can see on a hike). Now my oldest wants me to go on hikes with her out west. For Christmas last year she asked what I wanted? I couldn’t think of anything off hand, then she asked, “do you need anything for hiking”? I said I want to go to Zion national park and do angels landing. So we did in May. Then in September we went and saw the sequoias and hiked kings canyon. This upcoming May we’re gonna do Yosemite which is why I’m watching your video. I’m training to do the cables. I’m so excited I can’t wait❣️ I had prayed and asked the Lord to help me lose weight, to which he said “move“. Now I have adopted a model, I read once, “running water, never go stagnant”. If you ever need a Hiking partner, let me know. Happy trails. My trail name is glory 2 God Hope a Walker or hope for Michigan. Still working on the Appalachian Trail over 2/3 of the way done my spring hike I will be finishing up Vermont and getting into New Hampshire. I will be hiking in the white mountains/Presidental range. I’ve which there are 24 Mountains 22 of them are over 4000 feet in elevation.🙏🏻✝️💪🏻🥾🎒🌄🏕️😮‍💨

[@trailandtravel]

Wow what a journey! That sounds amazing. Someday I’d love to hike the Appalachian trail! Thanks for watching!

[@danieldonohue9508]

Sorry you had to rush your way down to the valley floor. There is two ways down once you reach Nevada falls. Must trail I believe is shorter with a much steeper decent. Not sure if you would have made it on time if you took the longer route which I believe is part of the John Muir trail.. I hope to do Tahoe to Yosemite one day in the near future. It’s a bit over 100 miles. One of my goals when I retire. Did not hear you complain about mosquitoes. Let me know if they were a problem that time of the year please.

[@trailandtravel]

yes, the mist trail was much steeper. If I had to do it again id probably take the JMT to the valley floor. That sounds like an amazing hike! YES there were mesquites, mostly in the valley and just a little bit near Tanya lake. In one of my videos climbing out of the valley you can see them swarming me, it was rough but up at mount Watkins there were zero mosquitoes!

[@hichaelmartline]

I love Saddleback Lake/20 Lake Basin Loop! Great way to warm up to Yosemite, awesome video!

[@trailandtravel]

That sounds incredible, Ill have to do that in the future!

[@markcorbe5103]

Great video. I love, love Yosemite. I've been fortunate to stay in Yosemite Lodge, the canvas tents of Curry Village, and the awesome camp grounds of Upper Pines (all these are in the valley), but I've never done a backpacking trip to the back country. Your video is really great, thank you for sharing your journey in such an authentic manner. Coming down the mist trail with tired legs is no fun! :( Next time, take the John Muir from top of Nevada falls, down past Vernal falls where it reconnects with the lower and easier part of the Mist trail! Well done however in all ways!

[@trailandtravel]

Yosemite is an incredible place, I hope to explore it more in the future! Thank you for watching! I know now that the JMT would be so much better than the Mist Trail, even though it's slightly longer. Hind sight is always 20 20.

[@tomgroenbeck7620]

My favorite was parking at Glacier Point and taking the Panorama Trail to Nevada Falls. Less crowds.

[@trailandtravel]

That's amazing I haven't been to glacier point but I hope to someday!

[@carloszenteno]

Good video, thanks. Tough but you made it, way to go and lessons learned for the future. Do you happen to remember where did you go to get water when you camped at Mt Watkins? I am planning a route from Glen Aulin to El Capitan and want to spend a night on top of Mt Watkins. Thanks.

[@trailandtravel]

thanks for watching! It was a great experience all in all. so many lesson learned! Yes I remember the spot where I got water. its about a mile and a quarter from the top, and maybe a half mile before the trail spilts to Mt Watkins. It's in the valley before the last climb. just keep your eye out it's not hard to find. There are small stream crossings too that you could filter too.

[@carloszenteno]

@@trailandtravel Thanks, found it. One of the branches of Snow Creek. Not too far, great!

[@trailandtravel]

awesome! Good Luck!

[@lulucolby8882]

Great video, thanks for sharing this trek. It’s beautiful. Also, I was wondering why you said if you had the hike to do over again you would chose a different path than the mist trail…. I’m wanting to know because I’m about to backpack in Yosemite

[@trailandtravel]

The most trail is extremely steep and is comprised of many sections of big rocks. The John Muir trail is just a little bit longer, however more gradual and less rocks. Both trails will take you to same place, little Yosemite valley! The most trail is very beautiful and intense!

[@lulucolby8882]

I’ve been looking into hiking half dome, but I think I’ll start by doing your path 1st, so thanks very much for sharing all of this great information! The Mist trail is a common way to half dome. I would imagine it’s much easier going up than coming down. Especially because it’s probably slippery most of the time. Thanks again for the info. You’ve got a new subscriber! Happy trails 🙂

[@trailandtravel]

Yes the mist trail is a popular way to get to half dome! its an absolutely beautiful hike, I hope you enjoy it! Happy Trails!@@lulucolby8882

[@Jesteraron]

Wow! First of all thank you for sharing and being so transparent. Lots of respect for you going through what you went through obviously as a guy I really can’t fully appreciate how difficult that must’ve been! I definitely would have stayed on the John Mayer Trail, though instead of Coming down the trail. I think that would’ve been a lot easier on you and the views are still pretty spectacular from the John Muir over the top of the Falls. There’s not as much elevation drop either. That aside you did an amazing job! Something to consider. If you didn’t have them it wouldn’t hurt to double bandages in your first aid kit as pads. I’m assuming that would work.

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! Yes I realized after setting off on the most trail that sticking to the John Muir trail would have been better. Hind sight 2020 😂 I definitely learned from that trip and will be more prepared for situations like this in the future! Thanks for watching!

[@anaissolotraveler]

Hello 😊 Thanks for this amazing and beautiful video 😃 Yosemite is on my top bucketlist to visit 😊 As a solo traveler myself I founded out to be on my own built an amazing relationship with myself and help me to push out this comfort zone and the anxiety to feel lonely 😊 also to have the most epic experience during my travel and to meet awesome people 😃 Looking for to see your next adventure 😇 in a mid-time take care 😊 Anaïs

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you for watching! It’s an incredible place, I’m going back next month!

[@anaissolotraveler]

@@trailandtravel That's Awesome 😃 A tip who helps me a lot during hiking and soreness is to take Spirulina 😉

[@trailandtravel]

Awesome, I've never heard of doing that before. Ill give it a shot, thanks!

[@anaissolotraveler]

@@trailandtravel You're welcome 😀

[@KarenStuart-f8y]

I was lucky to backpack in 97 with a friend up yosemite falls past yosemite creek to 10 lakes. We got to grant lake. It was heaven zoom!! I wish i could do a small backpack trip before i die. I am 68 years young!😂

[@trailandtravel]

That sounds amazing! I’m sure you had a great time. You could definitely do a small trip if you trained for it. I’m not sure where you live but I know you could find a short overnight trip somewhere!

[@randylancaster5510]

Wow, you are an incredible woman❤❤.I hike all the time by myself! Please stay safe🙏❤

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much! I absolutely will!

[@BradenVoorhees]

Good job

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you!

[@normanfaith]

Awesome job pushing through a rough trip. I want to do the trip this summer, most likely in September. Will you please share your trail map. I've always wanted to climb snow creek, as I see the gnarly switchbacks from the top of Half Dome. I've done Half Dome 5 years in a row, and your trail sounds great including Cloud's Rest and Half Dome. Please share anything you can. Thank you, Darryl

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you so much! This was a fantastic trip and id definitely recommend. Just be aware that the climb up snow creek is NO joke! This is the link to the Alltrails Map that I created for this hike, I hope it's helpful! www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-march-29-2023-1980fa3?u=i&sh=pc0nfy

[@amelialarroque757]

This video was randomly recommended to me and I am grateful because this is almost the exact same hike I will be doing! May I ask what permit you used? I am very stressed about it because it is the first backpacking trip I planned by myself and a million scenarios are going on in my head, so hearing your experience was so reassuring. I also want to compliment your video editing style. I love the combined voiceover and “live shots(?)”

[@trailandtravel]

That is awesome! Im glad you stumbled upon me. My permit was for the snow creek trail. This was also the very first backpacking trip that I planned like this so I can relate to the many scenarios playing out in your head. Id say just go into it with an open mind and be willing to adapt to anything that comes your way. Im sure that you will have a great time! Thank you for the compliment. I spend a lot of time editing this video and I'm pretty happy with how it turned out. I have another permit to hike in Yosemite in Aug this year, I am so excited to experience more of this area! Happy Hiking!

[@미산-y1n]

우람한 나무,거친 산세,원경과 함께한 여행이 부럽습니다. 요세미티.이름은 들었어도 속을 들여다 보기는 처음입니다. 자연과 함께 즐거운 나날 되시길...

[@trailandtravel]

The views were unbelievable! Unlike anything I've experienced before! Thank you for watching!

[@bongo2011]

Maybe for the future you can stock your car up with stuff. So when you get back you can indulge in your car rather than trying to race time to get stuff at a store.

[@trailandtravel]

My biggest take away was to hike with my menstrual cup at all times. That alone would have made all the difference! I had plenty of food, just no way to manage my cycle.

[@11benhil]

You most definitely Rock … 😊

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! 😊

[@UTeeNye]

have you hike the pct before. i am training for pct at the moment and hope someday to accomplish this ultimate challenge.

[@trailandtravel]

I haven't hiked the PCT but someday I really hope to! Maybe even the AT also, we will see what the future holds!

[@cherylmacklin3578]

hi🌷 You did a great job!!, w/the documentation! Would you be interested in bikepacking with an older woman to go ride the european great divide trail ?, unless theres war , then maybe the GDMBR here ! Take care and Lmk 🥳 Cheryl

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! Honestly that sounds pretty amazing! I’d love some details, I have no idea what something like that would entail. I’m not sure if I could make it work with my business currently but maybe in the future?:)

[@frankblangeard8865]

The important thing is that she got out into nature and had a good itme. Didn't she?

[@trailandtravel]

Yes! Thanks for watching!

[@KarenStuart-f8y]

Very inspiring!!😅

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you!

[@danwalsh6015]

The fear of mediocrity is far more than the fear of being outside! Love that

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you! I hope you enjoyed watching!

[@prashathakuri9250]

Love it. 😍

[@trailandtravel]

Thank you!

[@tomprevost2477]

Hard for me to comment as I'm not a woman but too bad you felt the need to get down when it seemed you had perfect weather for another night out in the valley. thanks for the vid.

[@trailandtravel]

It was a tough decision to make, but I knew it was for the best. I was quickly running out of TP and had no other options to manage my cycle. such unfortunate timing. But I had an incredible time regardless!

[@billsmith3250]

From my understanding, the bears you would see mostly moved out of the backcountry and into the regular campgrounds due to the bear canisters. There used to be well known places in the backcountry where everyone lost their food each night. The bears had figured out ways to get to your food no matter what you do. That said, the bears who know how to live without human food are still there but less often seen. Black bears didn't used to be very dangerous. But that has changed and no one is sure why. Grizzlies are still more dangerous as a whole, but there are some crazy black bears. A little fear will keep you safe. It's like most things. Develop and use some skills and there's not a huge reason for the fear. Start doing some tracking and any remaining fear will evaporate. Let the bear spray keep emotions in check after that.

[@trailandtravel]

The rangers said that the bears scare very easily and they like to keep it that way. The bear canister help with keeping food in the back country safe! luckily I don't think that grizzlies are in yosemite any longer. After talking the rangers about the bears, I felt a lot more comfortable with being out there by myself. I didn't bring any bear spray, however I did read online that it was illegal to have bear spray in yosemite and possibly all of California. I need to do more research on that. All in all it was an amazing experience and I am grateful to have been able to go!

[@billsmith3250]

@@trailandtravel That's good to hear. One of the places where all backpackers used to have their food stolen every night was Lyell Canyon. We were on the Muir Trail coming into Tuolumne Meadows from Devil's Postpile. We knew Lyell's reputation and so we camped up on the pass that drops down into the canyon. We had decided to continue on the PCT for at least 200 miles (it became 300), but our food supply was low and we didn't have much money. The last thing we wanted was to feed bears our food. It worked. Our food was safe when we got up at sunrise. We hiked through Lyell and there were dozens of camping groups. I kid you not, every single one lost their food to the bears. The legend was true. The bears had figured out how to get your food no matter what you did. I'm glad the bears are wild again. My guess is you can probably do what was common back then: stand your ground, yell at them, throw rocks at them if needed. No bear spray needed. I know the cannisters were a big part of the change. But I can't wrap my head around how rangers solved the problem when the bears moved into the drive in campgrounds. Black bears have been getting more and more dangerous in places like Wyoming, Montana, and Alaska. No one really knows why. My guess is Yosemite rangers could probably help them figure out why and it most likely involves food.

[@trailandtravel]

Wow, that sounds like you had an amazing hike! Thanks for the information on Lyell Canyon and about the bears. Im going back to Yosemite in Aug, you shared some great info for safety and preservation! Thank you!

[@dpixvid]

Solo’s cool but it’s still better to hike with a buddy. Stuff happens. I’ve walked down my buddy who got altitude sickness and twisted his leg. I schlepped his pack but kept him moving to lower altitude. Bears in camp with a buddy is safer...Yosemite routine mid night, get up make lots of noise. Always preferred picking a trail creek side.... at least partial. Still cool! Great vid - miss Yosemite backpacks!

[@trailandtravel]

Sure, but if brining a buddy isn't an option.. Im still going to go! I didn't see a single bear, and I followed all the bear protocol. There was plenty of water, I wasn't worried. Thanks for sharing your story and ideas, and most of al thanks for watching!

[@dpixvid]

@@trailandtravel in my experience even big bears frighten off in Yosemite. Only once midday this scraggly thin small bear came in to a picnic table site near trails end. Could not chase that bear off, probably sick and starving. Three guys waving and making racket didn’t have much food out, eventually left... I hear you about no buds available... really beautiful camera work, back trail country so beautiful... 👍

[@Hikewithsammich]

​@@trailandtravelagree. Not everyone has buddies on the ready to go. People are busy and sometimes you just have to go alone or not go at all. Leave this life with memories, not just dreams.

[@trailandtravel]

yes I was quite nervous about bears when I first arrived. but talking to the park rangers helped me understand how to scare them off and properly pack my food. Thanks for watching!@@dpixvid

[@trailandtravel]

totally, I enjoy hiking with friend when possible. but also enjoy my time alone!@@Hikewithsammich

[@KarenStuart-f8y]

We did our trip in august 11. There was a meteor shower that night!

[@trailandtravel]

That’s incredible! What an experience!