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  • Nicole Jordan standing in front of giant sequoias on the Majestic Mountain Loop Yosemite to Sequoia National Park road trip
    Hiking,  Road Trips

    Yosemite to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Road Trip

    August 31, 2023 /

    If you’re looking for the ultimate way to explore California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, then a Yosemite to Sequoia National Park road trip is a bucket list adventure. Also known as the Majestic Mountain Loop, you’ll find yourself wandering among the giant sequoias, winding your way through the vast landscapes of Kings Canyon, then admiring the glacier-carved granite valley of Yosemite National Park. For the past six years, I’ve guided backpacking and camping trips throughout these parks. Here are some of my favorite spots to explore and all the details you need to plan your Yosemite to Sequoia National Park trip! What is the distance from Yosemite to Sequoia National Park? The drive…

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    Nicole Jordan

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  • Yosemite Falls on the 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary
    Hiking,  Road Trips

    The Ultimate 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary

    May 25, 2023 /

    Steep granite walls, pristine alpine lakes, rushing waterfalls dropping over 2,000 feet, walks among old-growth trees, and swift-moving rivers. Yosemite National Park is a bucket list destination for anyone who visits California and one of the most popular national parks in the United States. It’s a hiker’s paradise, a photographer’s dream. After spending over 6 years guiding and recreating in Yosemite National Park, I’ve explored far beyond the park highlights. Use this 4 Day Yosemite itinerary to plan the best trip you can imagine. Whether you’re an avid hiker, enjoy a gentle stroll through meadows, or appreciate long scenic drives, Yosemite National Park offers experiences for everyone. How Many Days…

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    Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip

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    Plan the ultimate Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip. With hot spots to local favorites, this guide will help you plan a bucket list road trip.

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Nicole Jordan hiking and backpacking guide

Nicole Jordan

Backpacking Guide, International Trip Leader, Writer, Photographer, Avid Adventurer & Guacamole Connoisseur

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    Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip
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    Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach
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