top of page

Guided Adventures in
Yosemite National Park

Yosemite Basecamp curates guided adventures inside Yosemite National Park and throughout the Sierra, connecting visitors with experienced local guides who know this place in all seasons. From hiking and fly fishing to rafting and off-road exploration, we help you choose the right experience led by permitted and insured local professionals.

Trusted Local Partners • HWY 120 Gateway • Basecamp Gift Card Accepted

Talk to a Yosemite Basecamp Adventure Coordinator  →

IMG_1212.jpeg

Hiking Adventures

Guided hikes, backpacking trips, snowshoe outings, and summit adventures led by Yosemite-based professionals.​

 

Best for: Adventurers who want to get away from the crowds as they explore Yosemite!

Fly Fishing

Year Round, guided fly fishing experiences on Yosemite’s rivers, creeks, and high-country lakes for all experience levels.
 

Best for: anglers new to fly fishing or refining their skills.

Untitled design.png
F08E766E-DF41-42E0-8063-4E0830588F52.JPG

Adaptive Sightseeing

Inclusive, guest-centered sightseeing experiences designed around access, comfort, and flexibility.
 

Best for: Guests of all ages seeking accessible and customizable Yosemite experiences.

Whitewater Rafting

From scenic floats to high-adrenaline rapids, experience Yosemite-area rivers with expert local outfitters.
 

Best for: Spring and summer visitors looking for the most exciting way to cool off!

Jumping_rock.jpg
FullSizeRender 2.HEIC

Off Road Adventures

Guest-driven, guided off-road tours through scenic Sierra backcountry routes near Yosemite.

​

Best for: families, photographers, and those wanting a less strenuous adventure.

Mountain Biking

From guided tours, rentals, Groveland's annual bike race​ and more!

​

Best for: riders seeking instruction, local insight, or a guided experience.

Dog Friends

Dog Boarding

Thoughtful, locally operated dog boarding so your pup enjoys their own Yosemite-area getaway while you explore the park.
​

Best for: Visitors traveling to Yosemite National Park with their dog.

All Adventures

Woman at Mono Pass

HIKING

Available All Year

Guided day hikes for Yosemite National Park visitors of all ages, interests and skill level with our knowledgeable and experienced member guides.

LEARN MORE
Older adults enjoying the accessible trails in Yosemite

ADAPTIVE

Available May - Nov

Relaxed guided sightseeing tours for National Park visitors of all ages, abilities and interests with our knowledgeable and experienced member guides.

LEARN MORE
Tent on a lookout over a high country lake

BACKPACKING

Available May - Oct

Multi-day guided backpacking and overnight adventures for Yosemite National Park visitors 10 years old and older with our knowledgeable and experienced guides.

LEARN MORE
Woman getting splashed on a whitewater rafting trip with ARTA river trips

RAFTING

Available April - Sept

1/2 - 3 day whitewater rafting trips on the Tuolumne River (class III - V) and the Merced River (class II - IV). Available through our trusted rafting partners for visitors ages 7 and up!

LEARN MORE
Dogs play together in a gravel lot

DOGGIE DAY CAMP

Available All Year

Reliable, locally owned dog boarding near Yosemite so you can explore the National Park knowing your pet is well cared for on their 42 acre ranch

LEARN MORE
Boy and son looking at Yosemite Falls

BROWSE BY INTEREST

Available All Year

Browse all adventures by your interests and needs! Whether you are looking for family-friendly, or something in between - we have a trip that will work for you!

LEARN MORE
Fly Fishing Guide and small boy celebrating the boys catch

FLY FISHING

Available All Year

Guided catch & release fly fishing for trout in the Tuolumne and Merced River watersheds. Available to visitors 7 years old and up of all experience levels and interests.

LEARN MORE
Yosemite Valley in winter

SNOWSHOEING

Available Dec - March

Guided winter excursions for National Park visitors of all ages, abilities and interests with our knowledgeable and experienced member guides.

LEARN MORE
Jeeps lined up before a tour

OFF ROAD TOURS

Available All Year

Explore the doorstep of Yosemite National Park with Millers Off Road Adventures through the pristine Stanislaus National Forest with its incredible wildlife and mountain vistas like never before!

LEARN MORE
Young man resting against a tree after mountain biking

MOUNTAIN BIKING

Available All Year

Whether you sightsee in Yosemite Valley or choose the the Summit Route in the annual Groveland Grind! We have all the mountain biking opportunities together in one place!

LEARN MORE
Hikers walking together on a trail

ALL ADVENTURES

Available All Round

We are proud to offer private and small group guided adventures for all budgets, interests, ages and abilities! Click below to see the full list of trips from all of our local partners.

LEARN MORE
bottom of page