Record Snowpack Yosemite on the Mist and John Muir Trails 2023!

[@melbaker9495]

I was there the week before. The goal was to get to Nevada Falls, but after the grueling stairs below Vernal I decided to cut over to the JMT and Crocket Point and then back down. The snow cave was delightful, people laughing and gigglings as you ducked under the snow cave. I'll be back next year and promise myself I'll be in good enough shape to make it to Nevada Falls.

[@pauladuncanadams1750]

It's been awhile since I've been. Thanks for letting everyone share your adventures. So gorgeous!!! BTW, folks...didn't bring a poncho? Make your own with a plastic garbage bag. It won't protect your head, but it will protect your shirt. Better than nothing!

[@Georgesch3]

Really enjoyed this! I’ve hiked it before, but appreciate the info on the current conditions, especially since this is such an exceptional year. Well done! 👍 7:31

[@joebass517]

Yosemite is a beautiful place thx for sharing, once you go to the high Sierras you'll always go back. 👍🌲 So many have vanished in that place Safe travels.

[@donniereiter3646]

Come On bro really how can you say the Mist Trail lacks that Yosemite magic it’s Yosemite signature hikes to the majestic waterfalls. It feels like you are in a movie. The mist trail is one of best Yosemite hikes ever

[@longandclaire]

Hi! Thanks! I agree with you. I have a habit of comparing any experience I have with other experiences I've had, and in a short video like this, it's difficult to give context to my comments. We really enjoyed the hike that day and would highly recommend it, but the mist trail is less memorable because of all the "man made" steps it has. As I climbed all the steps, I couldn't help but think that I'm not in a natural area. It felt more "staged" vs the JM trail and other trails we've hiked (even though most trails are basically "man made").

[@JS-ph9ee]

I agree with donniereiter3646. I feel that the Mist Trail is the crown jewel of all Yosemite trails (when the water is flowing good)…I’ve hiked just about all of them.

[@reubengarcia4773]

Very nice tour. I love going to Yosemite & walking the trails and to see the way it looks now is amazing due to the snowfall California received. Appreciate the video 😉👍

[@tommyphillips6584]

We’ll be there in a week and were going to at least got to top of Vernal. Doubt we’ll do the whole mist trail.

[@longandclaire]

Hi! Have fun! You can bring a snack to picnic on at the top :)

[@BrandonFletcher07]

what did you film this on?

[@longandclaire]

Hi! Sony A7s3

[@justinphilipnash]

5:23

[@kellymulderino7156]

can you contract giardia from breathing in the waterfall mist?

[@longandclaire]

I'm not sure what waterborne diseases you can contract by breathing in the mist. The likelihood is probably low though, as there's no warnings about it on the trail.

[@kellymulderino7156]

@@longandclaire yeah probably but i contracted giardia on a kayak trip once and that was from the water splashing on my face

[@longandclaire]

@@kellymulderino7156 I see, there's always some risk when you're out in nature :)

[@kellymulderino7156]

@@longandclaire indeed. i also got lyme so i am terrified of nature now but its such a big part of who i am so its hard to stay away from it

[@longandclaire]

@@kellymulderino7156 the great thing about nature is that there are relaxing hikes that are just as beautiful as the more strenuous and adventurous hikes :)

[@ignatiusjk]

Video tip. Don't waste video time filming yourself while you walk. You could be showing the sites. Talk while you walk.

[@longandclaire]

Hi! Thanks for the tip! I am constantly working on improving my commentary.