camping at yosemite | biking the valley, campsite cooking, giant sequoias, cozy longform vlog

Join us on another fun camping trip to Yosemite during the summer! See what it’s like to camp at one of the most distinct and beautiful national parks in the country.
We’ll rent bikes at Curry Village and bike around the valley, stopping frequently to take photos at all the scenic spots and to soak up the nature. We’ll also stop by Mirror Lake, Ahwahnee Hotel, and hike Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias. And of course, we’ll be making yummy food and s’mores over the open campfire. And to cap off a great trip, we’ll do some stargazing at night.
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Our gear:
6-person Core Pop-Up Tent (life changing and so easy to put together): amzn.to/4cCo4Ss
Tent tarp (basic must have): amzn.to/3zqViFM
Camping cooking utensils set (has everything you need, and is surprisingly sturdy/heavy duty quality, not flimsy): amzn.to/3zqViFM
Double burner camp stove (love it, but be warned, it's kinda hard to clean): amzn.to/4eCvUx8
Stanley camp stainless steel cookware set (I was adamant about using only stainless steel because I fear PFAs in nonstick cookware lol): amzn.to/45HWFfF
Kelty love seat camping chair for 2 people: amzn.to/4clQ4d9
(BUT I recommend getting the three seater one, so you have a space to put random stuff -- I wish I saw this before buying my two seater: amzn.to/3W07d5p)
Coleman 10x10 Mesh Tent (MUST HAVE for preventing bugs while you're eating and prepping food, but I recommend getting an even bigger one for additional room to roam): amzn.to/4cyYjCo
RTIC cooler (just as good as a Yeti, and keeps the food cold all weekend long): amzn.to/3L0Hy7q
cordless hand-held car vacuum (nice to have but not strictly necessary): amzn.to/4cyloFh
Water dispenser jug (it's cheaper at home depot): www.homedepot....
Collapsible sink/buckets 2-pack (SO useful for washing dishes and carrying toiletries to the bathroom): amzn.to/4cwiYYl
Hammock (Chesley always brings it, but TBH you're usually out and about hiking so there's not a ton of time to chill in the hammock): amzn.to/3zkgqh9
Extra large picnic blanket to use as picnic table cover: amzn.to/3XFvv71
NEMO roamer double sleeping pad (very $$ but worth every penny as an investment piece and for an incredible night's sleep outdoors): amzn.to/45NuN9N
NEMO Jazz double sleeping bag (perfectly fits the nemo mattress): amzn.to/3xJZIXQ
Coleman Skyshade Screen Dome Canopy Tent: amzn.to/3VN4Y5k
Poetry for Neanderthals game (cracked us up - so funny!): amzn.to/3WsHRhH
Extra long s’mores skewer sticks: amzn.to/3KYxcVp
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[@BillReitz]

Nice video BUT... at the 38:10 mark you show the map of the Tuolumne Grove trail and it shows Do Not Climb On Giant Sequoias. At the 43:00 mark there's Chesley climbing on the Fallen Giant. The waterfall you saw from the turnout at the 46:15 mark was Bridal Veil Falls.

[@rainingnalu]

Yosemite is such a paradise 🥺

[@graysonatlas]

this was entertaining. Thank you.

[@chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888]

Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸🇺🇸Wonderful camping video🌷🌷

[@verbzthaword619]

Awesome video! Camping at Yosemite is definitely on the bucket list😊

[@j_as_in_j]

I’m only five minutes in and I’m jelly of your newcomers! 😂

[@chrislillback8462]

I really loved this video and you have a great warmth and speaking voice ! I look forward to seeing your past and future videos!

[@iriswoohoo]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@pquach00]

What a fun camping trip. Your video is very entertaining and thanks for sharing!

[@iriswoohoo]

Thanks for joining us!

[@r_sthetix]

omg!! you booked the sites my group and i booked for september!! thank you this video is so insightful!

[@vilmawilson3931]

We just got back from Utah Nat’l parks (Zion, Bryce etc) and as beautiful as they are, red rock canyons…. I think Yosemite is still so amazing. I want to go n the fall!

[@cq7415]

Another great video by you guys. So professional. I saw last years too. Makes me want to camp with you guys. Thanks for sharing.

[@iriswoohoo]

Thank you so much!

[@adrianaung]

wow! seems so fun!

[@golfking890]

Great video !

[@rose2525bud]

Thank you for taking us along! Went last year for a day trip and couldn’t find parking 😫

[@iriswoohoo]

Yes, that must have been so frustrating! The parking at yosemite is very limited. Hopefully you get a chance to visit again!

[@juliadeljudge3992]

Just a friendly FYI: Tuolomne is pronounced Too-all-a-me. I lived & worked in Yosemite many years ago. I'm glad you love the park, it's my favorite!

[@kauaisheepdawg1614]

Im your 1000 subscriber, this was a great adventure, Thanks

[@iriswoohoo]

Wow! Thank you for helping me reach that milestone 🥰

[@j_as_in_j]

I’ve already posted once and now I’m legitimately curious after watching the whole video, how do I get invited to your next camping trip? 😂❤ Y’all do it right! I use to live and work in Yosemite and love watching people enjoy themselves in the park!

[@iriswoohoo]

Haha thank you for the kind words!

[@j_as_in_j]

@@iriswoohoo You’re most welcome! 😂 That food spread for every meal 🤤😂

[@thanhd4611]

Thanks for the video. That was fun to watch. Do you know if they opened the Merced River to float down while you were there? Thanks!

[@iriswoohoo]

Thanks for watching! I’m not sure about river floating, we haven’t tried that yet

[@tiffersome]

Did you go stargazing at Tuolomne Meadow at the end of the video? I’m going to Yosemite next week and that seems like a great idea! Glad you had a great time with your friends. ❤

[@iriswoohoo]

Hi, we went stargazing at Cook's Meadow, which is near Curry village and the campsite. Anywhere along the meadow loop is a great spot to stargaze. Have fun at Yosemite!

[@BillReitz]

Tuolumne Meadows is 60 to 75 minutes east of the Valley on Hwy 120.

[@svz2000]

You’re not suppose to stack rocks like that. You can read up on it.

[@WTABallers]

Can you detail the bike route you took? That looks amazing biking around Yosemite. Did you blog this whole video on your iPhone? Great editing!

[@iriswoohoo]

Sure thing, here's a biking map: www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/biking.htm We basically went from curry village > mirror lake > awhahnee meadow > awhahnee hotel > yosemite village > got lost > then biked back to curry village to return the bikes. We didn't have a clear route, we just biked where we wanted to and that was fun :) And yes I vlogged with an iphone!

[@WTABallers]

@@iriswoohoo wow thank you for your quick reply and bike map- just subbed to your channel cause you make great videos! I think if you used the osmo pocket 3 it would make your vlogs even better. The fact you did this all on an iphone is quite a feat!

[@iriswoohoo]

@@WTABallers Oh thank you for the kind words and for the recommendation. I'll check it out :)

[@Clovesm7805]

Loved your video makes me want to go camping. What time of year is this? Is this a good time to go camping?

[@iriswoohoo]

This was Memorial Day weekend this year -- so late spring/early summer! Yes, peak camping months are typically summer

[@xdonnamonsterx]

I'm planning on going to Yosemite in 2 weeks! How many BTU burners did you have to purchase or go through for all the meals? I just bought one, but I'm not sure how long it will last me

[@iriswoohoo]

Oh how fun! Do you mean gas canisters? We brought four full canisters just in case. I would say it's always better to bring extra/backups. If you're boiling water (e.g. making stews, soups, pasta, etc.) or using the stove for long periods of time, you should bring more than one canister.

[@jajaken4696]

How do you always get campsite reservations ??? Im so jealous

[@iriswoohoo]

With lots of hopes and prayers. Your best bet is to rally a group of friends to get up at 6:30am, open up a bunch of browser windows with campsites you want to snag, and have everyone smash that 'reserve' button the moment the time hits 7am sharp. You'll have to basically book it 5 months ahead -- right when the reservations system opens up. Here's a step by step guide on how to book a coveted campsite (it books out literally within one second of the release time): thetravelingfamiliesclub.com/tips-for-yosemite-camping-reservations/ Goodluck! It's worth getting up early to snag a reservation :)

[@karenabarabar4705]

Did you have to buy ice for your cooler everyday?

[@iriswoohoo]

Nope, our cooler has great insulation so our ice lasted four days

[@Ivan-rh5oy]

When was your trip at Yosemite? I'm going next week during independent day weekend. Also in upper Pines for 3 nights. I plan to visit mirror lake and wondering if there's still have good amount of water flow.

[@iriswoohoo]

We went last month during Memorial Day weekend. You’ll have a grand old time!

[@wethepeople3688]

How you book? There’s like a 2 year wait list . I’m sad

[@iriswoohoo]

You'll need to book a spot right when the reservations system opens up (5 months out from the date you're interested in). Here's a step by step guide on how to book a coveted campsite (it books out literally within one second of the release time): thetravelingfamiliesclub.com/tips-for-yosemite-camping-reservations/

[@arielzshell]

@@iriswoohoo yup, that’s what we did too

[@lovesron]

My husband booked our stay in housekeeping about a month ago. He checks regularly for cancelations. Good luck.

[@cgarsal]

How was the bear situation?

[@iriswoohoo]

We didn’t encounter any bears and didn’t hear of bears coming through the campsite during our stay

[@jess_nwos]

How far ahead did you book your camp site?!

[@iriswoohoo]

5 months ahead -- right when the reservations system opens up! Here's a step by step guide on how to book a coveted campsite (it books out literally within one second of the release time): thetravelingfamiliesclub.com/tips-for-yosemite-camping-reservations/

[@irmajuarez418]

How can I make a reservation to camp?

[@iriswoohoo]

Here's a step by step guide on how to book a coveted campsite (it books out literally within one second of the release time): thetravelingfamiliesclub.com/tips-for-yosemite-camping-reservations/

[@abriamg]

What is the name of the campground?

[@iriswoohoo]

Upper Pines

[@abriamg]

@@iriswoohoo thank you.

[@johnchang8652]

how did you reserve upper pines? i never able to get it.

[@iriswoohoo]

With lots of hopes and prayers. 🤣😭 Your best bet is to rally a group of friends to get up at 6:30am, open up a bunch of browser windows with campsites you want to snag, and have everyone smash that 'reserve' button the moment the time hits 7am sharp. You'll have to basically book it 5 months ahead -- right when the reservations system opens up. Here's a step by step guide on how to book a coveted campsite (it books out literally within one second of the release time): thetravelingfamiliesclub.com/tips-for-yosemite-camping-reservations/

[@johnchang8652]

@@iriswoohoo sweet thanks for the detail instructions. love the yosemite vlog.

[@r_sthetix]

omg!! you booked the sites my group and i booked for september!! thank you this video is so insightful!

[@iriswoohoo]

Hehehe what a coincidence!! You’ll have so much fun :)