Yosemite National Park Day Hikes Summary

Just east of Slide Mountain, you will come across Matterhorn Canyon. This thirteen-mile hike is very famous because you will not find another canyon in Yosemite that compares to this one. This canyon has a small river flowing in between the walls of Matterhorn Canyon. These “walls” are scattered with rocks and meadows. Its cliffs are made out of smooth granite, which are crystallized igneous rock. Hiking up the trail to the northern boundary of Matterhorn Canyon is Matterhorn Peak. This peak is very spectacular in that you are able to ascend this peak with the right gear and it is one of the highest peaks in the Northern part of the

At Yosemite National Park I got a chance to truly experience the nature and wildlife around me. The Merced River ran through the valley, and I could hear the sound of the rushing water from far away. I could hear the whistle of the wind and the birds chirping from high up in the trees. The vivid colors of the flowers there were incredible. On top of Pride Rock, there was a splendid view of famous landmarks including the Half Dome. From OMG Point the view of the valley below was absolutely breathtaking. --Some plants and trees had a nice scent to them.-- The Jeffrey Pine tree had a pleasant aroma of vanilla. I also got a chance to smell the fresh scent of earth when rain was falling on the last but one day of the trip. --We got to taste the leaves

We were all encouraged to choke down as much food as possible. Any kind of energy was essential. A melancholy atmosphere hung heavy as the journey progressed. Minutes walking slowly progressed into hours, the sky seemed to darken steadily. All of us were oblivious to the danger shrouded by the dim evening. Only moments after scaling a rather steep ledge did nature dice to turn sour. A deafening rumble made each climber perk up. Snow began to descend at an alarming rate. Thunder began to mic the steady beating of a drum, causing more concern among the ranks of climbers. The powdery snow became more of a risk than ever, climbing under pressure and leaving nothing to stand on. Third base was more than three hours away. Three hours wasn't possible at the rate. Snowfall this bad could be detrimental to the climb’s success. Snow obscured vision and numbed faces. Shouts and orders deemed lost in the screaming wind; people’s figure became shapeless blurs frantically shifting, hoping if they struggled against the wind hard enough, they might find someone. Of course, this was to no avail. Not a single person doubted their demise would come at this point: the stakes were high and no-one could play too well against Mother Nature. The snow crept up to knee-level, making it harder and harder to travel. Death and I were face-to-face. To some, they couldn't bare the idea of dying up here; they had families and friends, children who need parents and

Yosemite National Park, founded in 1890, thanks largely to the efforts of John Muir, is 748,000 acres situated in the Sierra Nevada mountain range within the state of California. The park, home to over 400 species of animals, five separate forests and zones, eight types of rocks and cliffs, and nine waterfalls, attracts many visitors. The park’s landscape changes with the seasons; there is also a variety of activities that visitors can participate in depending on the season and weather. The National Park Service strives to preserve Yosemite; it is home to many threatened and endangered species, wildflowers that only exist in Yosemite, and all the park’s geological features and natural beauty should not be harm by man.

With the rise of city living, many felt a sense of loss and disconnect with nature. The public trend for more outdoor recreational activities increased during this time too. In response, the government, railroad owners as well as operators of tourist destinations hired artists and photographers to create print materials that promoted land for leisure, retreat and places for all to enjoy (Elliot, 2006; Meister, Chamberlain & Brown, 2006; Porter, 2013; Spaulding, 1995). Photos along with postcards and other materials used symbolic representations of nature to promote open spaces and places for leisure. They constructed a narrative whereby Americans traveled to national parks and wilderness areas as an escape from deep economic pursuits. Like

I have always wanted to go on a zipline. I break out into a sweat as I headed up the steep mountainous terrain. One foot at a time I reached for the unstable scattered pegs on the tree cautiously. As the fear of falling came to mind I stopped and thought to myself...I can do this.

“ In the early days, you noticed El Cap, but we didn’t pay much attention to it because it was kinda quote unquote out of the question.” - Royal Robbins

In the history of mountaineering, there are those who fall through the cracks of history, and those who outshine the sun itself. Alison Hargreaves was one of these astonishing people who set a new standard in the climbing community. Born in England during the early 1960’s, Hargreaves’ mother was a teacher, and father a scientist. By the time she was six she had already fallen in love with the outdoors through her parent’s hobby of hiking.

Having recently joined a new ski team at the age of 8, I was unfamiliar with the mountain. So when Jedd and I first started to venture off on our own, I was completely dependent on his navigational skills. I remember one day in March, we took

We recently brought you part one of this list of interesting facts about Yosemite National Park, which exists in the beautiful California, has been around since the 1800s, and continues to attract a multitude of people every year. Here is part two of our list.

We parked in an empty lot at the end of the Road to Nowhere, checked our equipment, replaced our runners with hikers, and, after two or three challenging attempts, donned our backpacks and departed. Julie seemed to be doing better than I in the backpack department than I was. Although I expected a hefty load, I was not prepared for the sudden pain in my back and shoulders. Nevertheless, I carried on, hoping that the pack would readjust itself or that I would become accustomed to the load after achieving a comfortable walking stride.

The start of the hike isn’t bad, it’s still early so its not to hot yet. After a little bit more of hiking you could start felling the legs become heavier. As you get up a little further you look back and see the disappointment on people’s eyes because they had to turned back because they didn’t have what it took. When

Background: This passage is about how I had a fun but hard experience climbing up Dead Man’s Falls. All I thought was, “Oh it’s just going to be a beautiful trail and it won't be hard or steep at all.” Well I got a big reality check. It was very steep It was beautiful when you can stop to see but for the most part i was just walking. You need to be prepared because you will need water and if you have no water you get thirsty trust me on that.

As I stare into this are marked as “most difficult” I see all of the features I know that I can do very easily. I make very many quick runs up and down the small hill of Great bear. I begin to notice new things that I had never attempted before. I begin to think to myself that it may not be a good idea on a frigid day like it had been. As I begin to keep coming back I knew that if I was going to try it that now would have to be the time. Thinking to myself that if I were to fall that would mean I was working harder then I had before

Hiking to the summit of Black Mountain is not an easy hike. The hike is plagued with boulders, slippery rocks, and a steep incline, which makes the hike feel like walking up an infinite flight of stairs. However, the pain in my thighs and the burning in my lungs is a tiny price to pay to experience the summit of Black Mountain. My first experience with Black Mountain’s summit occurred when I was only five years old. My aunt used to be a hiking fanatic, and she loved to take me on new hikes that she discovered. When my aunt and I reached the summit of Black Mountain for the first time, I was captivated by the place. My captivation has continued throughout the years. The summit of Black Mountain is captivating because of its environment, view, and weather.