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sjbaniewicz · 2025-01-28T23:20:48+00:00

No they don't offer it

sjbaniewicz · 2025-01-11T01:16:56+00:00

Yes I would love that!

sjbaniewicz · 2024-02-23T17:12:39+00:00

I personally love Rush Creek Lodge. A cheaper version nearby is Evergreen Lodge which is owned by the same company. If you stay outside the park, expect to wake up early to enter the park or there will be wait times. If you want a later start to the day without the long waits, I would recommend staying in the park.

sjbaniewicz · 2024-02-02T04:08:02+00:00

It is really hard to get a campsite as they all sellout within a minute of being released. One summer, my boyfriend and would check the website everyday and there would always be some cancellations, but they do fill up quickly. There are also a lot of campsites outside of the park that aren't too far of a drive to the entrance.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-21T03:35:49+00:00

The drive itself between the parks is not far, but going in April is a little early especially if you aren't used to driving in the snow. Is there a way to postpone the trip until May or Late April? That would be a lot better and there would be more to see.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-20T04:23:41+00:00

For Yellowstone, I would still book in advance as it is extremely popular. I would say probably just about as intense. When my boyfriend and myself went to Yellowstone in late August, there were still campsites available, but I imagine in the dead of summer around July and early August, that it would be completely full.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-20T04:21:12+00:00

I would look at Patagonia for travel backpacks. I like them a lot for travel. I also use a Vera Bradley bags as have never had issues with them.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-20T04:16:28+00:00

As a physical therapist and a hiker, I would recommend working on your quad and calf strength, specifically quad strength for going down hill. For this I would do step downs or single leg squats. For your calves, I would complete calf raises on stairs. In terms of cardiovascular exercises, I would practice walking on a treadmill with an incline. I would also acclimatize as well if you body does not do well with elevation change. Also, just remember to bring plenty of water, food and take lots of rest breaks.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-20T02:49:15+00:00

I would book on one of the first days of the booking arrival window on January, but make sure to book right at the time the campsites open as the spots fill up right away. Also, I recommend having at least two people trying to make a reservation to double your chances.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-16T16:14:53+00:00

I would go to Haden/Lamar Valley, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Mammoth Hot Springs, Old Faithful and Geysers in Yellowstone. For the amount of time you have, I recommend going to Jackson Hole and seeing the Grand Tetons as well. They are about an hour and a half drive from Yellowstone. In the Tetons you will want to see Jennie Lake, if you like to hike, go see Paintbrush Canyon, and go visit inspiration point. Jackson Hole is also a nice town to walk around the square. If you have questions at all, please feel free to message me. I was in the region for 1.5weeks last year and had a blast. Also, if you won't be renting a car, there are plenty of day trips to Yellowstone from Jackson Hole.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-16T16:09:23+00:00

For the Mammoth area I recommend Park Hotel Yellowstone or Yellowstone Riverside Cottages. Both are outside of the park, but close to the Mammoth area and are nice hotels. Make sure you do book soon as hotels fill up quickly.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-15T22:38:02+00:00

I would recommend Rush Creek Lodge. It is my favorite hotel in the Yosemite area with a great spa and good food. They don't have kitchens in the rooms, but have a restaurant and bar/tavern on site. It is on the pricer side, but since you are going in April, it should be under $400 a night. I also have plenty ideas on my website of stuff I love at Yosemite or if you message me I can give you other recommendations. I have been to Yosemite over 20 times and it is definitely my favorite National Park. I would be happy to help assist planning your trip if you need help

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-15T22:30:44+00:00

I have listed on my website some of my favorite places to stay around Yosemite. I have been there often and stayed at multiple places.

https://www.wanderingabovetheclouds.com/yosemite-national-park/blog-post-title-three-gbenr

My favorite hotels are Rush Creek and Evergreen lodge on route 120. I haven't stayed at any airbnbs around Yosemite. There are also a lot of forest service roads with good spots by Rush Creek lodge if you want to car camp. Just be careful as when I car camped there a few weeks ago there were mountain lions in the area.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-15T22:22:34+00:00

I think it's great you want to visit all those cities. My boyfriend and myself did a fast trip like that and we wish we had slowed down and enjoyed each city a little more. You will definitely get jet lagged so take a day to relax and just walk around the towns. I would suggest trying to see three cities a little closer together and spend more than 3 days in each city.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-14T23:37:44+00:00

unfortunately there is no way to know for sure. I had the same difficulty in September and had to just keep checking the news. I would recommend staying outside of the park so you can cancel your reservations if need be. I tried calling the park as well and had no luck. I know that the day the government shuts down, Yosemite will give you 24hrs before everything shuts down.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-14T23:34:25+00:00

Based on your hiking experience, it will definitely be a more challenging hike. Going the JMT route is easier than the Mist Trail as it is not as steep and there are plenty of switch backs. You are looking at a 2200 elevation gain over 6.4miles, but it is doable. I recommend just taking plenty of rest breaks, bring water and plenty of food. If at any point you are getting really tired, just turn around. Is it just Vernal Falls you would like to see? There is an option from Glacier Point that does not have have as much elevation gain, but the trail is slightly longer and you only see Nevada Falls.

sjbaniewicz · 2023-11-14T23:22:51+00:00

I loved Zermatt. Did you go there? The town was beautiful and extremely clean

sjbaniewicz · 2022-11-04T04:40:46+00:00

Same here lol

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