JM went backpacking June 20 to June 21, 2014 14 miles 250 feet gained 1 night
This hike almost didn't happen, but we had a great week in the woods and had another day to explore. We went to the permit office and they had some available (not a given), so we went for it. The hike is unlike many Yosemite hikes in that it's relatively flat. It coasts across a few creeks and large meadows, the Lyell fork coasting by happily. You need to be 4 miles from the trailhead before you can camp. Some camps were across the river, so we crossed in a shallow spot and made camp in a great spot. Great ending to the trip.
