Jen went backpacking Nelson Lake July 12 to July 15, 2015 24 miles 6,000 feet gained 3 nights Cathedral Range Yosemite National Park 1 Wonderful family trip: 3 adults, 4 teenagers, almost all off trail. Spectacular alpine campsites at Nelson and Echo Lakes. Solitude until we hit the JMT for the last few miles out. More from Jen Prindle from the north side November 8, 2026 Donahue Creek November 4, 2026 Back of Dog October 22, 2026 Eagle's Nest October 17, 2026