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Yosemite High Sierra Camp - May Lake. Senior & Beginner Backpacking. HOW & WHERE.

Come with me on my **first solo wilderness backpacking trip**—to **May Lake in Yosemite National Park**—as a beginner in my 60s! This May Lake adventure is ideal for beginning backpackers, seniors and families with kids. For an extra challenge we explore Mount Hoffmann that towers over the lake to get some fantastic panoramic views of Yosemite and take in the wild nature of this place. I’ll show you how to have the best backpacking experience including finding the trailhead, gear I carried, the trail conditions, and how I managed challenges (like food, bears, altitude and water) on my own. May Lake is one of Yosemite’s most accessible and beautiful overnight trips—perfect for beginners. 📍 Trail: May Lake (Yosemite National Park in the Tou) 🎒 Gear: Lightweight + senior-friendly 🚶‍♀️ Experience: Solo at 60+ | My first overnight in Yosemite high Sierra wilderness ❤️ Why I believe it’s NEVER too late to start 👉 Whether you're planning your first backpacking trip or wondering if it's still possible to start in your 60s or beyond, I hope this gives you confidence and inspiration! 🎯 1. Real, Relatable Stories 🎒 2. Gear for Seniors 🧭 3. Planning & Safety 🛠️ 4. Health & Mobility Tips 🏕️ 5. Campsite Setup and Comfort 💬 6. Honest Talk: Fears, Misconceptions, & Encouragement 🌍 7. Destination Inspiration Beginner-friendly routes/trails for older hikers and families. HOW TO GET A YOSEMITE WILDERNESS PERMIT Obtaining a Yosemite wilderness permit: when, how, and strategies When to apply Peak Season (late April to mid-October): Reservations are crucial. 60% Lottery: Apply 24 weeks in advance of your desired start date through Recreation.gov. 40% Advance Reservations: Remaining permits are released 7 days before your trip date, available at 7 am PT on Recreation.gov. Unclaimed Lottery Permits: Any remaining reservations from the weekly lottery are available first-come, first-served on Recreation.gov at 9 am PT on Fridays, starting the second Friday after the lottery application period and until three days before the start date. Same-Day Permits: A limited number of permits may be available in person at wilderness centers on the morning of your trip, but this is a less reliable option. Off-Season (late October to mid-April): Permits are available via self-registration at permit stations, no reservation needed. How to apply Plan your trip: Choose your desired entry and exit trailheads, start dates, and group size. Create a Recreation.gov account: If you don't already have one. Apply for the Lottery (if applicable): Visit the Yosemite wilderness permit page on Recreation.gov. Click "Register for Open Lottery". Enter your information, including alternate permit holders if applicable (these cannot be changed later). Choose up to eight preferred itineraries, ranked in order of preference. Pay the non-refundable $10 application fee. Results are typically sent by email on Monday after the lottery closes. If awarded, you must accept and pay an additional $5 per person fee by Thursday at 11:59 pm PT, or your reservation will be released. Reserve online (if available): Check for unclaimed lottery permits (Fridays at 9 am PT) or 7-day advance permits (7 am PT, seven days before your trip). Click "Explore Available Permits" on Recreation.gov. If permits are available (blue numbers), immediately reserve and pay. Pick up your permit: Visit a Yosemite Wilderness Center during operating hours (usually 8 am - 5 pm) the day before or the day of your start date (before 11 am). If picking up late, select "late pickup" on your online reservation (available one week before your trip). Strategies for success Be Flexible: Consider midweek start dates and less-popular trailheads to increase your chances. Smaller. Group Size: Larger groups are harder to fit into quotas. Explore Multiple Trailheads: Use the National Park Service trailheads map to find alternative routes and trailheads with more quota space. +Utilize All Application Windows: Apply during the 24-week lottery window, check for unclaimed permits, and consider the 7-day advance reservation option if needed. #MayLake #YosemiteBackpacking #SeniorBackpacking #SoloBackpackingOver60 #BackpackingForBeginners #YosemiteNationalPark