Mariposa Grove of Big Trees.—A memorable 1-day motor trip to this large grove which has many trees whose age has been estimated at 4,000 years. The Y. T. S. stage drives through the famous Wawona tunnel tree, $7.50.
Big Trees and Glacier Point.—Combining both the above trips with overnight stop at comfortable Glacier Point Hotel, $11.
Hetch Hetchy Dam and Valley.—A delightful 1-day trip to San Francisco’s gigantic water-supply project in the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River, via Tuolumne Grove of Big Trees and interesting High Sierra country. Take box lunch, $7.50.
1-DAY SADDLE TRIPS
| Points of interest | Elevation above Valley | Miles, round trip | Description (distances are from and to foot of trails) | Rate per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glacier Point | 3,254 | 13 | Via Vernal and Nevada Falls, offering superb view of Valley and High Sierra | $5 |
| Eagle Peak | 3,813 | 12 | Past top of Yosemite Fall, through mountain meadows and interesting High Sierra country | 5 |
| Half Dome | 4,892 | 16 | Via Vernal and Nevada Falls to most interesting peak in the Valley. The dome may be climbed. Wear tennis shoes | 5 |
| Clouds’ Rest | 5,964 | 20 | The highest peak visible from the Valley affords fine views | 5 |
| North Dome | 3,561 | 20 | Past top of Yosemite Fall, Yosemite Point, Tenaya Zigzags | 5 |
| Vernal Fall (top) | 1,084 | 5 | A delightful half-day trip | 3 |
| Yosemite Fall | 1,135 | 4 | Another favorite half-day short ride to the base of the upper Fall | 3 |
3- AND 6-DAY SADDLE TRIPS
All-expense saddle trips (including saddle animal, guide meals, lodging, box lunches) to High Sierra camps start at $19.50. For full information, see “High Sierra Vacations” folder.
The 6-day High Sierra all-expense saddle trip leaves Valley every Monday morning during the season regardless of number in party and any day when a minimum party of five secures free guide service.
Pack Trip.—Ask for rates and “High Sierra Vacations” folder. Saddle and pack horses may be rented at Tuolumne Meadows, Mather, Wawona, and in Yosemite Valley.