Yosemite has climbs that range from day trips to multi-day climbs. More experienced climbers will enjoy the challenge of setting out on an overnight climb, while novice climbers can practice their technique on less challenging rocks. In addition to traditional climbing, Yosemite National Park has areas where bouldering is permitted.
Camping is a great way to fully enjoy the outdoors while climbing at Yosemite. Some areas do require a wilderness permit for climbers wishing to set up camp, but these permits are offered free of charge. Climbers should check with park officials regarding whether a wilderness permit is required for camping in the area in which they will be climbing.
Park officials have noticed that wear to rock surfaces has increased as more climbers visit Yosemite. Climbers are advised to follow the rules of the park so it can keep its reputation as a world class climbing destination.
Yosemite climbing is geared toward different skill levels, with some areas focusing primarily on beginners or advanced climbers. This lets beginners get hands-on advice without feeling that they are slowing down the group, while advanced climbers can enjoy their climb without having to worry about waiting for novice climbers to catch up. Adventure travel is at its best when an experienced professional is available to give guidance and help climbers improve their technique.
Want to experience the thrill of rock climbing at Yosemite National Park without the risk involved of going it alone? Moondance Adventures is offering a Yosemite Classic trip for teenagers that features Yosemite rock climbing on its itinerary as well as backpacking, whitewater rafting, mountaineering, and surfing on Half Moon Bay. Although Yosemite offers basic summer camps, the Moondance Adventures trip will feature multiple destinations and cover an entire region in California.
Check out trip details on our Adventure Program Chart!
About Moondance Adventures
Founded by Hayes Hitchens in 1996, Moondance Adventures is a teen adventure travel program offering a wide variety of 13-23 day experiences including community service and wilderness-based leadership opportunities. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, Moondance offers 17 co-ed, non competitive teen summer adventure programs for teenagers ages 12-18. Moondance provides fun, education and character-building with each program’s curriculum. Moondance has been has been conducting unique adult and teen summer adventures in many of the finest teen adventure travel areas in the world with courses offered in Africa, Central America, Europe, North America and South America.
Rock climbing does not always have to be outdoors. If for example you live in an area where you cannot access rocky landscapes yet you are interested in the activity, it is time you considered doing indoor rock climbing.
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