A five-day, four-night expedition deep into remote off-trail sections of the rugged Sierra Nevada. Emigrant Wilderness offers some of the Sierra’s most immersive backpacking adventures.
Adventure off-trail to remote and secret campsites
Traverse a granite “superhighway” speckled with ancient Sierra Juniper trees
Admire alpine meadows adorned with vibrant wildflowers
Level-up your off-trail backpacking skills in a supportive environment
The Emigrant Wilderness is an insider’s secret compared to its famous neighbor, Yosemite National Park. Spanning over 100,000 acres in the heart of the Sierra Nevada, Emigrant Wilderness is a granite wonderland known for abundant lakes and solitude. Like Yosemite, the glacier-carved landscape is geologically young, making it perfect for off-trail exploration. We’ll be walking the same land the native Paiute and Miwok peoples have explored for thousands of years.
This is a special route and a personal favorite of your guide. The trip showcases the full spectrum of an ecosystem shaped by geology and hydrology that support a rich tapestry of plants and animals. Off-trail exploration of granite-carved canyons and alpine lakes makes this trip uniquely rewarding.
Dates:
Five days, four nights
Thursday, July 18, 2024 – Monday, July 22, 2024
Thursday, August 1, 2024 – Monday, August 5, 2024
Additional dates and private trips available. Contact us to learn more.
Distance:
39 miles | 6-9 miles per day
Difficulty:
Intermediate-Advanced (Rating: 3.9/5) | Learn more about trip difficulty below.
Group Size:
3-6 participants + 1 guide
Note that trips that do not meet the minimum group size may be rescheduled or cancelled. Please read our policies and FAQs carefully before booking.
Trip Cost:
$1,695.00 $1,395.00 per person, $300 deposit required to reserve your spot.
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