Happy 2018 from Yosemite National Park!
It had been a loooong time (since summer) that we had gone camping so we were itching to go somewhere. With nearly a week off after New Years, we decided to start 2018 at Yosemite, a National Park that Sara had yet to see. It seemed perfect as not only was the weather going to unseasonably warm (highs in the 50s), but the crowds were going to be minimal this time of year.
We spent our first full day hiking to the top of Upper Yosemite Falls. The 7.5 mile, 2,600ft. elevation gain hike took us about six hours. The views of the lower falls and the valley were stunning.
With our legs more than a tad sore, we spent the next day riding around the valley on our bikes, stopping at various small walks and museums. We learned that biking is a great way to get around to all the areas in Yosemite Valley.
During winter the famous Half Dome hike is closed. We decided that not only do we have to return to summit Half Dome, but we'd also like to do a little more back country backpacking, away from all the people :). Until then...