How Hard is Hiking Half Dome in Yosemite National Park?

[@lolleeroberts]

You carry more than your Dad with you. You carry all of us followers who can never do this because of physical limitations. I'm in a wheelchair but today I got to climb Half-Dome! Thank you so much! God bless your wonderful family. Oh, I almost forgot! Happy Anniversary!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much, we are glad you enjoyed our adventures and this hike.

[@RVOddCouple]

“I need to be watched” 🤣❤️😂 From the mouths of Babes! Great video and great story telling. Thank you 🙏

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

They crack me up! Kids say the funniest stuff. Thank you for the encouragement. We had a blast making this video.

[@kayakinggrandmakelly7105]

I never even knew about the cables until 2 days ago and now I’m addicted to watching KZbin videos of people climbing Half Dome.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Awesome

[@waynecornwell2321]

My favorite line in the whole video: "He plays a banjo, I'm sure he's a nice person!" Too funny! Congratulations on getting to take that epic hike and thanks for bringing us along!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks so much!

[@marywesterbeke1490]

My husband and I have been following your journeys since Hensley was about 2. This is my favorite video of yours…so far. I am so impressed that you were able to do the hike without having trained. You are both such an inspiration to your followers. Never forget that.

[@jpmsave]

We need a part 2 of you going down the trail. !

[@paula.jackson5463]

Am in Tears, for so many reasons! Bless You Both, and the Precious Little Ones!

[@brittneystrickland6337]

The natural birth comparison is spot on! The last stretch of the cable part was definitely the “transition” part of labor and you guys rocked it together. His “you got this” was 🙌🏻

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Haha right? It was the only comparison I have experienced.

[@dawnlee3910]

This brought me to tears. what a beautiful love story, sweet memorial to your father, and a amazing experience! I too have lost my Dad. I take him with my in all our RV travels as well.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much!

[@ladikmk]

Congratulations on your 10th Anniversary! When you celebrate, you celebrate BIG!!! Thank you for taking us along on this incredible journey; that’s a memory that will never fade. I have a framed picture in my bathroom that says “Live for today” and every day I try to take that to heart, because tomorrow is promised to no one. Wishing you many more Happy Anniversaries to come. Safe travels and stay well.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much!

[@mathewharrison1800]

I have watched tons of videos from fulltime RV channels about National Parks and hikes and what everyone does and where they stay during their visit, in order to make the most of the time we spend there when we go. 3 years ago we went to the Badlands, Wind Cave, Yellowstone, The Arch. 2 years ago we did Acadia. We leave for Glacier National Park on July 29. Going to the sun road has been one of my favorites. But that was an AMAZING VIDEO!!! Thank you so much for sharing, congratulations for making it to the top. AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME job on the video and the hike!! I love it.

[@kimsmelcer8036]

Your story about your dad so touched my heart. That is exactly the reason I got into RV life and hiking. I want to get healthy and see and do all the things this world has to offer while I still can.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

You’ve got this! 💪

[@joyofanimation]

Awesome….my hands were sweating when you went up those cables….I would be afraid of falling. You two are brave!

[@blk123]

What a life you are giving your kids. So happy for you that you could cross this off your bucket list.

[@bertrellephillips3512]

I cried tears of joy for you both! A million thanks to you.

[@kerryloper6142]

Wow!! I just lived vicariously thru you climbing half dome. Absolutely fantastic!! Congratulations you two. ☮️❤️

[@bryansonnet2454]

A beautiful park in many ways, but when Melissa and Nathan show up it becomes special! You bring us along for the hike of a lifetime. The views and scenery are mind blowing!!! So glad to see you both on top of the world! Half dome? Conquered! Great job, guys!

[@mwebb3014]

Seriously the best video!! I was in tears by the end. Beautiful story, excellent editing of your incredible filming skills, your life story, the struggle and beauty of the hike! WOW!! Love y’all so much. BIG CONGRATS for 10 years of marriage!! 💕 God is so good to put into place the pieces that led to this epic anniversary hike. 😍

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Wow, thank you!

[@kimsmelcer8036]

That hike was insane! You are both such rock stars.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you 😊

[@frankiehoosier9165]

I’ve hiked it twice and I gotta say……….. I’m SUPER IMPRESSED that you made it !!!!! It is a VERY HARD hike , make no bones about it ! And you did it with no training……oh to be young again :) Congratulation . Period.

[@scheduledadventures]

Aww I love that you travel “with your dad”. I lost my mom from cancer when she was 50 and I have been traveling with her ever since for your same reasons. In my family we “See it once for ourselves, blink, and see it the second time for our parents.” Thank you for sharing this touching moment with us. 💗

[@1MillionMileRoadTrip]

Love how you feel your father is with you….such a great family. Wow, y’all are amazing!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much!!

[@carolburks5918]

Your amazement at being so close to the falls triggered a memory for me. One day, travel to Iguazu Falls in Brazil. The engineering to view nature is incredible. The falls are far bigger than Niagra, and more grand. And you stand on scaffolding 3 feet above the falls! Hopefully, you can add that to your bucket list. Traveling is the best! Enjoy!

[@dianabergeron7499]

I felt I was there because of the two of you. I don’t think I’ll ever see it in my lifetime. Thank you!

[@stuartbaxter9437]

Hey guys, I’ve done half dome! One of the most incredible experiences I’ve ever done in my life! I’ve also done clouds rest. It’s the high granite ridge to the north of half dome that rises to over 10k feet in elevation! California is a spectacular state and Yosemite is its crown jewel! I’m so happy you all are experiencing the state I was born and lived in for 62years of my life!

[@rawilson7768]

Congratulations on making it to the top of Half Dome. Glad you get to wear the t-shirt proudly without writing “Almost” on it! Thanks for sharing videos with us, especially for something I will never get to do in my lifetime. You rock!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks so much!

[@richardloftin8062]

Thank you so much for carrying us with you this is a hike we could never do due to health but have always wanted to do. Thanks for sharing your life.

[@itsalexia_hd]

I had the incredible chance to do this hike this weekend. My friend, who won the lottery, brought me with her. I never really imagined doing this hike, because I am not a fit person and I never really thought I could do it. I made it to the base of sub-dome but we had to turn around there as a storm had rolled in and we were hearing thunder and seeing menacing clouds above us. I'm not sure I would've done sub-dome and the cables if the weather had been on our side, because just getting to sub-dome was the hardest thing I've ever done. My friend is so frustrated and sad not to have been able to do the cables, she has waited years for this permit. I wish it was easier to get one so we could go back and try again! This time, I'd be more prepared. Thank you for sharing your journey!

[@camibrown1131]

Thank you so much for sharing your your journey. Such fantastic memories.

[@kevinsmith7699]

Thank you for taking me on your hike up half dome.As a child my dad was a forest ranger and I always thought it would be neat but was too young to make that hike. Then I snapped my fingers twice and life happened. Now I am a 57-year-old grandfather unable to physically make that hike so thank you very much.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

You are very welcome.

[@Calidastas]

I love the running guy. There’s always one of them. You’re sucking gas and they’re doing a final prep for the Leadville 100. I did this hike a couple of weeks ago, staying overnight at LYV. I prepped and had watched videos but nothing prepares you for seeing this thing in real life. It’s huge and intimidating. Sub dome is also pretty crazy. Im sooooo glad I did it but … I’m not sure I’d do it again!

[@gulfshores55]

This is your best video. Thank you for taking us along. The steepness of the cable section is very impressive!

[@nruegner]

You two are EPIC! I can't believe that you won that lottery! You are amazing! The things you said in this video about making memories with your kids is so important. Our kids are pretty much your age and we are celebrating our 50 yr anniversary this year. When we were your age we did so many nature hikes, not half dome, but we all have so many memories of great family times. That is way more important than anything else we could do in life. Good for you!! I love your channel

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks so much!!

[@jdscoco]

Been going to that place since I was a little kid. My favorite National Park. Winter with snow in Yosemite is magical. Backpacking is an adventure and met some cool people. Bears are problematic when camping up there, but all magical!

[@maryg65]

You two are still my favorite people on you tube!!! Amazing ❤️❤️❤️🥰❤️❤️❤️ you bring such joy and hope! Thank you for all you share with us

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much!!

[@brettanddebbragoodall2066]

WOW, that was amazing. You two are spectacular!!!!!!

[@robinridpath7542]

So glad you won the lottery! Half Dome is just so iconic! This is a great accounting of the hardest hike I've ever done too. It was wonderful seeing it through other people's eyes and lenses. Congrats on your 10 year anniversary!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you.

[@victoriaheatherly5877]

You both are wonderful and that hike really shows the love you have for each other.

[@KOHanlon]

I have been following you since before your Alaska trip. This video was far and away the best video you have produced. It was really outstanding. I had a similar experience with the Grand Canyon hiking down and up. My parents took us to the Grand Canyon in 1963 and we started down Bright Angel trail but we had to go back up as we were leaving early next morning. I promised myself I would come back and complete the round trip. It took over 50 years but I did it and was convinced my dad was with me. We got a permit and off we went. The sense of accomplishment is exhilarating!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much.

[@lynnsteiner1580]

You guys are warriors. To climb half dome with no period of training, impressive!

[@alicekenmueller5874]

This was one of the best videos we’ve seen in all the years we’ve watched KZbin. We couldn’t do it ‘cause we’re 75 and 80 years old, but thanks for letting us see what it looks like. Ken and Alice

[@claudiayoung8571]

Woo Hoo, amazing hike! Kudos to you! We have been camping to Yosemite several times but never made it to the top, we hiked partially with our kids! Thanks for sharing your epic anniversary with us! 😍

[@micheletedesco9524]

So proud of you my celebrity friends, loved following you up Half Dome, Congratulations you both Rock👏🎉!!!!!

[@ffc303]

We did half dome hike with a 9yr old in 1988 in one day! I was terrified but so glad I had the opportunity' The cables will challange you!. Another great hike is the high country via Tuolumne Meadows & Tanya Lake...most beautiful lake I've ever seen & swam in. Departure horses (or you hike) took us up to the Lake Vogalsang 10K altatude. Had a mom bear & 3 cubs show up at 3AM. Scarey but cool as we were in tent & Mama was pushing on my head thru tent wall🥵 Banging pans & whistles don't work!!!!! We're still alive...lol They're sevral lodges throughout the 1-2 week hike back down to the valley. They have hot showers, scrub board laundry & food! I saw things most people on this earth have no idea exits! Slid down the rocks on river in safe places & met the most interesting & kind people...but that was the 80's..lol

[@gliderider59]

Y’all are Total Rockstars! Congratulations on making it up Half Dome!!

[@j_as_in_j]

I just wanted to say, from someone who is not only from California but from someone who has lived and worked in Yosemite (valley) your family has captured this park beautifully! I am so happy you and your wife got to renew your 10-year anniversary vows on Half Dome and also share your family experience with us!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@LorraineG123]

Well done you two, a epic adventure together. Happy anniversary.

[@maximvsx8226]

CONGRATULATIONS on getting to be able to do it, and for getting to the top....and Happy Anniversary.

[@heatherjolly8389]

I love the renewing vows every year! You guys are the best

[@melissaweyrick5311]

"I need to be watched" 😂 Translation: You two have fun with that! And Happy Anniversary🌺

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Haha! That’s funny.

[@patk7942]

Happy Anniversary and Congratulations on making it to the top of Half Dome. 🎉♥

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you!!

[@pauldanielczyk3398]

We LOVE you guys. I will be 75 this year and my wife and life long partner Lil who is 6,7 totally love your adventures. This one is and I loath the word Epic but I shed a tear when you all reached the summit. We are campers( with over 50 years camping) but with that much mileage on us our dreams are through you. God Bless you both and maybe we will see you on the road. We are making reservations for next year and as of June 10 till the 17 we will be i Sevierville, Tn. I don't know if you all will be back but it would be a sweet pleasure to meet you. God Bless and Safe Journeys. Paul and Lilli.

[@ExploringCanadaInfo]

The love and respect you have for each other comes shining through in this video 👋🏼🇨🇦

[@bobculhane4746]

Just watched this again so uplifting ❤️ hey at least you can where your 👕 T-Shirt without any modifications! Know your Dad 👨 was loving that 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ hike 🥰

[@sherriweber7105]

Great job! So glad you found someone to watch the kids while you hiked the big hike. You both are daring. I don’t think I could climb to and make it to the top. Congratulations on climbing to the top. Now you can wear the shirts. Thank you for taking me with you on the journey. Happy 10 year anniversary! Have a great week and weekend and see you soon!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks so much!

[@bobculhane4746]

❤️ a power couple 💑 have to say at your ages with kids doing that hike 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ the sheer love ❤️ and determination was unreal. I loved what she said about how getting out in nature challenges us and makes us better 😌 Happy 10th Anniversary kids! That was absolutely 💯 my favorite you tube video ever 😍

[@trevorhartwig1616]

Congrats on fulfilling a lifelong bucket list item. You two are an inspiration to many

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much!

[@waynehogue2499]

Great video!Thanks for taking us along the hike to the top. Melissa can wear her shirt with pride!

[@pinkyswearzadventures]

Omg...I cried for you once you reached the top. What an amazing vow renewal experience!!!!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

It was amazing 🤩

[@texkatsw3531]

ROCKSTARS!! How absolutely amazing!! Thank you for sharing the beauty to those of us that will probably never get the opportunity to hike it. 🙌🏼👏🏼🙌🏼👏🏼

[@sallylove3563]

oh my heavens you two are beyond brave .. I had to close my eyes ... a wee bit made me dizzy (but im petrified of heights ) so proud of you beyond proud congrats 1!!!!!

[@wanderingstar3498]

Thank you so much for taking us along to the top of half dome. I've seen it many times from the bottom but I know that I will never see it from the top. You've given me that gift. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! 🍾🍾🍾

[@julieporter6166]

Hi Marisa and Nathan I thougherly enjoy your travels and videos. I absolutely love this adventure you took together climbing Half Dome your love and motivation is inspiring. Congratulations on the amazing accomplishment. Thank you for taking me along it was amazing tha beautiful of God's creations at the top looking all around. I also have enjoyed watching Hensley and JJ grow up they're adorable. Take care, Julie

[@cynthiaincolorado3373]

I love that Nathan thinks your cute 🥰 in your rain gear!!! Love the love!!!!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

😊 thank you

[@SJ47668]

Thank you for taking one for the team. There is no way you would get me on those cables. But the view - wow.

[@lakelili]

WOW!!! Congrats on making it to the top and Happy 10th Wedding Anniversary.

[@moricey4776]

My hands were sweating watching you two climb! I’ve been there when I was young with family and didn’t see the waterfall. Epic, and a natural high you won’t forget. I climbed in Banff to the upper hot springs and was so happy when I went back to work totally worth it. You can show the kids the video they’ll love that they had a babysitter! ☕️🇺🇸👍🏻‼️🥂

[@DJJulesAdventures]

So awesome. I'm so happy for you. You crushed it!!! The Wave is still calling.

[@dancovey4473]

Wow! This was the best video I have watched. It brought back a lot of memories for me. I did the hike when I was 65 year old. I trained for 3 months and still had a hard time. You did great doing it in one day!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Wow, thanks! We are so glad you enjoyed it.

[@donnaharris4459]

Wow!! that was amazing, I was so nervous watching you go up that last part, it's so steep. Congratulations you made it well done guys those views were spectacular. Happy anniversary to you both hope you have a great week take care. ❤❤🇬🇧

[@bevtrue6937]

They went up Angel's Landing, too. That seemed worse.

[@rduhc]

I have watched you all for over a year now. This could be my favorite video to date. The way that you are so kind & encouraging to her when she thought she was not gonna make it was incredible. You are incredible reflection of what marriage with God at the center of it is suppose to be, NOT ALWAYS EASY but WORTH IT. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much.

[@Cinderdiane]

So proud of you too! I’ve been to Yosemite, the feeling is nothing like I have ever felt! It’s a heavenly feel, one of enchantment and awe, calming and peaceful all at the time! That’s the best I can describe my trip there. Just awe inspiring! Thank you for taking us with you.

[@Cinderdiane]

Love you guys!

[@elizabethlarose4368]

This hike and video was even more AMAZING than Angels Landing. I’ve been To Yosemite, I’ve done some hikes, pregnant but this hike was EPIC. Congratulations on getting to the top and to 10 wonderful , exciting years together🎉🎉🎉

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@maryathey280]

Oh my you made it - congratulations and Happy Renewal Vows and may you be blessed with so many many more. WOW!!! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ Now they say going down should be easier - I pray so for you two - see you at the bottom. I marvel at what you two just did! Love to you and Bless you 🙏 🙏 🙏 mla

[@bransontom1]

Hello from Branson, Missouri!! I’ve been watching your videos from the beginning. Up til now my favorite video of yours was when Marissa went up in the hot air balloon in Albuquerque. This one is now my favorite!!! My oh my what an adventure… thanks for taking me along. I didn’t even know there was a trail going up half dome. Great video… thanks for taking the extra time and making the effort to shoot the video along the way. Aaaaand a Happy 10th Anniversary to you❤️

[@sandyemu2280]

This was epic! What a great way to celebrate your anniversary! Thank you for sharing your journey and story. The rainbow was in the video at the falls.

[@Barb929]

Oh my goodness! I would’ve watch your kids!! I live in Sonora and would have loved to come up to Yosemite!! I’m a retired RN/Paramedic.. but so glad you found someone to watch them!! I did the hike in the eighties.. plan was to backpack to the top, (you could than) maded it to the bottom of the cables, we camped where you ended the video, than went to the top the next morning 😃 thank you for taking us along! Brought back memories 💕 Love, love your videos!!

[@jacksponsler9341]

Epic only scratches the surface for what you all accomplished on this hike. Happy anniversary and keep being such a sweet couple!!! Love the channel......

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Yes! Thank you!

[@ARTIST-AT-LARGE]

OK, new comment: YOU GUYS! I just got back from Yosemite a few hours ago - and yesterday I hiked the Mist Trail. Only to the bridge - and I swear I almost died! After the first mile! I had to stop every few feet to catch my breath. People were passing me left and right. I have so much respect for your ability to have done this!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Aww Thank you! It is a beautiful trail.

[@Lifescapers]

This is the most romantic and inspiring thing I've seen in years. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@tonyndebr]

It's still the same! I remember being in awe of how many people spent their lives improving that trail so we can all hike it! There are a lot of things you think of on your way up. On the way down you just think of your knees. We used to run down as well. For whatever reason, running was easier. Happy anniversary you two!

[@tonyndebr]

I forgot to say happy anniversary on this video but I did on your Instagram! I hope the soreness is gone now!

[@paulonorato8765]

Nate and Marissa; congratulations congratulations on conquering halftone. Congratulations on your 10th anniversary. Wow… What a feat… And Marissa, just know your father was with you every step of the way looking down on you and Nate with pride and love. Thank you thank you thank you for sharing with all of us this experience. It certainly brought it back to my wife and I… We climbed up there three years ago… It might be time to do it again. We are far luckier than the two of you because we only live four hours from Yosemite in the Napa Valley. Again congratulations. Very proud of you both

[@JoyBean]

What a blessing your Family is. The dedication you put into everything gives us all hope. I loved how Hensley said at the beginning about watching her. I love experiencing parks when we get a chance to do it and look forward to do some exploring with our pup hopefully sometime next year. I am sorry for your loss Marissa. I agree for our children we do need to keep ourselves healthy. Blessings..

[@esthermcgough3995]

I hope to see your record of the trip down. Love that you share your life and the beautiful areas your traveling

[@annieherman2207]

This is my favorite video ever!! It was so real and just so….joyful at the end! Thanks for sharing!!

[@kathleenhansen6610]

Happy 10th anniversary you two ! My hubby & I have been married 50 yrs. and love camping. Thanks for letting us share, vicariously, your epic journey! My stomach flipped a few times and got goose bumps from the sheer beauty of it all ! With love from one camping couple to another, from Michigan ❣️

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

That is awesome! Thank you.

[@kking5164]

Every video I’m like that’s the best one yet!!! But man, you guys knocked it out of the park with this one! Love, humor, compassion, support, vulnerability, strength, and grace. Wow! Well done!!! Congratulations on 10 years of marriage ❤️

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks so much!!

[@bonniejackson7393]

I’m loving this video! I had to sit back in my chair when you looked down the falls! Then I laughed outloud with the look you gave the fellow running down the trail! Good for you two in doing these hikes😊.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you.

[@peteacevedo3411]

We were so happy you both were able to complete the hike. You can now wear the shirt proudly. Good Job

[@irenepartridge5465]

Congratulations!! What a accomplishment! Happy 10 year Anniversary!😊👍🏻

[@Thewanderingturtletale]

Congrats you 2!! Great hike and video. As a completer of over 1/2 the Colorado 14ers,(33) that was epic! You did great.

[@Kindlelover88]

The first time you guys have totally made me cry. Renewing in your Vows on your ten year anniversary Totally got me. So romantic You guys are awesome.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much.

[@jodycoyote3916]

Thank you for taking us with you. Congratulations!

[@Helpcooked]

you guys are awesome. renewing your vows at these amazing parks. you guys are so inspiring

[@CheleBoxy]

Oh wow you guys! What an amazing place to renew your vows! The struggle to get there & how you helped each other on the way is symbolic of your life together as well. Thanks for sharing this with us. God bless your union & God bless your family!!!🙏💕

[@Soccerkid-z8t]

That was nothing short of amazing. Great work you two!!!!! I loved it. thanks for sharing. I loved the photo "photo bomber"!!!!!

[@jamesbrown8718]

You two are truly the most amazing people on KZbin, I was thinking your bucket list has to be getting smaller, then I thought she will check it off, then maybe add something else in its place lmbo. Just watching the determination in you both to accomplish this hike was truly amazing. I want to thank you both for allowing us to be apart of your amazing journey. Note I can cross this off of my bucket list. I been to Alaska, Yosemite National Park, and many many other wonderful places I have never been. Thank you both so much.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

The best bucket list is one that keeps getting added to. 😀

[@cherylpilling5197]

Wow! What an accomplishment! This is something on our bucket list as well..Hopefully within a couple years, love the rving life and freedom to travel!

[@danielabbink8384]

Congratulations on hiking Half Dome and on your 10 year anniversary....

[@dmerth]

We just ascended half dome June 14th. We hiked from Upper Pines camp. Perhaps you did also. Insane how we also got a permit for our bucket list hike via the two day advance permit process. This video absolutely takes you though the emotions of the hike, it’s difficulty… it’s beauty…. It’s difficulty (of wait I said that already). Thank you for taking me back. 49 YO me and 22 YO son made it. 51 YO wife made it to subdome (no permit for her… but she’d a done it if she wanted too. You guys are bad ass! Great job. Perhaps the best half dome video of us average people DOING IT! Bringing the A game. No ask me why we hiked Clouds Rest two days later. I still feel the pain LOL. Thanks, now I guess I have to go back with my wife and redo our vows. Why didn’t I think of that?