camping at yosemite national park | hiking, waterfalls, campsite cooking

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11 ай бұрын

We were lucky enough to snag a campsite reservation at Yosemite upper pines in the midst of the busiest summer season this national park has seen in years. Crazy long lines to get in, overfilled parking lots, and tons of tourists flocking in. It’s not a great option for day visitors but if you’re staying overnight, this is an incredible experience and you get the earliest access to all the trails and get to hang around the park as long as you want.
Join us first-timers as we discover what it’s like to camp at one of the most distinct and beautiful national parks in the country. We’ll hike the mist trail, up to vernal falls, then to nevada falls, and also check out lower Yosemite falls.
Our gear:
- 6-person Core Pop-Up Tent (life changing and so easy to put together): amzn.to/4cCo4Ss
- Tent tarp (basic must have): amzn.to/3zqViFM
- Camping cooking utensils set (has everything you need, and is surprisingly sturdy/heavy duty quality, not flimsy): amzn.to/3zqViFM
- Double burner camp stove (love it, but be warned, it's kinda hard to clean): amzn.to/4eCvUx8
- Stanley camp stainless steel cookware set (I was adamant about using only stainless steel because I fear PFAs in nonstick cookware lol): amzn.to/45HWFfF
- Kelty love seat camping chair for 2 people: amzn.to/4clQ4d9
(BUT I recommend getting the three seater one, so you have a space to put random stuff -- I wish I saw this before buying my two seater: amzn.to/3W07d5p)
- Coleman 10x10 Mesh Tent (MUST HAVE for preventing bugs while you're eating and prepping food, but I recommend getting an even bigger one for additional room to roam): amzn.to/4cyYjCo
- RTIC cooler (just as good as a Yeti, and keeps the food cold all weekend long): amzn.to/3L0Hy7q
- cordless hand-held car vacuum (nice to have but not strictly necessary): amzn.to/4cyloFh
- Water dispenser jug (it's cheaper at home depot): www.homedepot.com/p/IGLOO-10-...
- Collapsible sink/buckets 2-pack (SO useful for washing dishes and carrying toiletries to the bathroom): amzn.to/4cwiYYl
- Hammock (Chesley always brings it, but TBH you're usually out and about hiking so there's not a ton of time to chill in the hammock): amzn.to/3zkgqh9
- Motion sensored headlamps (I do not recommend these -- they're very sensitive, but I guess it's good if you are doing activities like exploring caves, cooking, etc.): amzn.to/4cf06Nj
- Extra large picnic blanket to use as picnic table cover: amzn.to/3XFvv71
#cozycamping #yosemite #hiking #camping #nature #california #vlog #nationalpark #bayarea #cozy

Пікірлер: 61

@iriswoohoo 16 күн бұрын

Want to see more camping in Yosemite? Check out our recent summer trip here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fa1yerygmsCRlZs.html

@charlottedoyle1257 15 күн бұрын

Thank you! We watched your first trip now we just finished the second! We are going next week! So exciting. Awesome video ❤

@iriswoohoo 15 күн бұрын

@@charlottedoyle1257omg! You’ll have a blast. Enjoy!!

@haninereguieg6490 59 минут бұрын

I have a reservation for camping. Should I go also early in the morning and is there a line thank you

@vga3245 Ай бұрын

I am 78 years old, thank you for taking me camping with you, I loved the hike to the falls. I liked all the food you cook, very efficient chefs. Loved all the views, thank you again to all of you.

@iriswoohoo Ай бұрын

I am so glad you were able to join us virtually on this camping trip :) Thanks for the kind comments.

@justdoitirene 17 күн бұрын

Love Yosemite so much, great capture❤

@LTD-RB 20 күн бұрын

Buen video! Gracias por compartir! Tendremos que ir ! Nos motivaste! 🫶

@rose2525bud 2 күн бұрын

What a fun video Ty! You all rock 🤩👍🏻

@iriswoohoo 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for the kind words!

@cq7415 Күн бұрын

Great video, really loved it. Didn’t seem like amateurs to me. I love the filming and editing as well as the humor. The captions are really cool too the way you put them on there. You guys are great campers. How do you eat a double cheeseburger? Liked the popsicle watermelon. You make me want to camp with you guys. Thanks for sharing. I will watch a few more of your videos.

@iriswoohoo 8 сағат бұрын

Aw shucks, thanks for the kind words! Made my day :)

@TeamSEEK 21 күн бұрын

海外の大自然の中のキャンプを見たくてこの動画にたどり着きました。素晴らしい自然と美味しそうな料理に癒されました。ありがとう。

@ninaxfresagabs 10 ай бұрын

Love your vlogs so simple, you’ve inspired me to vlog more 😊 I love Yosemite as well beautiful views and the wildlife is abundant. Happy trailing!

@iriswoohoo 10 ай бұрын

Aw thank you! Yes, vlogging can be so fun - I can’t do anything fancy but I love capturing memories :)

@handsome526 6 ай бұрын

Those rock stairs are a good climb alongside the waterfall

@ClayFranklin Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your camping trip to Yosemite ❤ I live in Silicon Valley and have never been even though it’s so close and I’m already 71. I loved your cinematography. It really felt like I was there with you. The food looked so good like going to a restaurant. Very clever way to cook hamburgers on the camp fire pit, so creative. It looks like you had a super fun time and are really experienced campers. ❤

@iriswoohoo 29 күн бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! I’m delighted that you enjoyed the video, and I’m so very glad I got to bring you along with us on the trip. My friend Dale will be thrilled to know you think highly of his campfire cooking skills 😄 I hope you get a chance to visit Yosemite - they also have cabins, yurts, airbnbs, and nearby hotels that make it easier to visit.

@ClayFranklin 29 күн бұрын

@@iriswoohoo I took a picture of Dales campfire set up to send to my son. My wife said I should go and it’s only 3.5 hours away so it’s going to happen eventually. Thanks to you for sharing to get the excitement about going in my thinking. I subscribed to get more good ideas from you. ❤️

@iriswoohoo 29 күн бұрын

Love to hear it! One of the best things california has to offer is its incredible natural landscapes, parks, and wildlife 😊

@choimarie293 28 күн бұрын

Whats the name of your campsite

@drive8892 Ай бұрын

Those double cheese burgers looking awesome!

@mrRADICAL117 11 ай бұрын

Solid video! I want to do a tour of all of americas national parks so this is a great sneak peek for what I’m in for!

@iriswoohoo 11 ай бұрын

That’s my dream too! Hope you enjoy your visit to Yosemite when you come!

@ironman-xq8od 9 ай бұрын

부대찌개(Boo Dae Chi kae) looks yummy.

@doraagarcia4984 Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I've never been there and would love to someday. The falls are beautiful. Everything was beautiful. Stay safe!

@iriswoohoo 29 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching! I hope you get a chance to see Yosemite soon :)

@wherestarget1607 9 ай бұрын

Great video. I've only been able to get a camping spot once in the last 20 years at Upper Pines. Just like I remember it.

@sarahthieroff7493 3 ай бұрын

My boyfriend and I just started dating and wanted to go camping for spring break which is April 1-5. Yosemite upper pines was our top choice and we are just starting out camping and was not aware that I would be booked months in advance so we were upset about that and we’re just going to settle for another place that’s not as cool. I did some research and found an app called Campflare that notifies you when certain campgrounds open up. I got 1 notification that upper pibes opened up and immediately went to reserve it. I was putting in my info and it got booked up by someone else asap. Literally 10 mins later, another cancellation and I immediately tried to book it and it worked!!! We’re so excited for our first camping trip!

@amyallinson4965 6 ай бұрын

Fun! I’m visiting soon and this is was lovely to watch! Great vlog and good planning ₊˚⊹♡

@intheworkscamp-inrv1147 23 минут бұрын

Does the noise from the running water of the creek bother you from sleeping in a tent ?

@Nikkitasnook Ай бұрын

Fun video to watch! I learned a lot about it how to be prepared for camping from your video (-:

@iriswoohoo Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Happy camping :)

@Adrivnxx Ай бұрын

Damn that banana smores looks amazing gotta try that next!

@donniereiter3646 10 ай бұрын

I can’t believe you expected privacy at the campgrounds in Yosemite there are millions of people there in the valley and if you want pricey you should camp in Yosemite high country that’s where you get your privacy lol

@dylanmanning2216 Ай бұрын

Seeing that waterfall makes me wanna call her

@cue555 6 ай бұрын

Amazing video, i was wondering what tent you used over the picnic table and also what wipes you used to clean your equipment? did you encounter and bears or mountain lions, and if so how did you handle them? thank you and if u answer i would be truly appreciated. Im going in may this year and camping so any tips would be appreciated.

@iriswoohoo 5 ай бұрын

Hi! We used the coleman 10x10 screened canopy for the picnic table: www.coleman.com/tents-canopies/canopies-shelters/ And we used kirkland wet wipes/baby wipes to wipe down things that couldn’t be submerged in water (like the stove). We didn’t encounter bears or lions this time around but we have seen bears in the campsite at other parks. We carry a bear horn and bear spray - make lots of noise and keep your food locked away! My biggest tip for camping is to get a really good sleeping bag and sleeping mat / mattress. The first time I went camping, I had nooo idea it would get so cold at night and that the ground would be so uncomfortable when using only a thin pad. Lesson learned :p You’re going to have a wonderful time - enjoy!!

@-tg4tl 5 күн бұрын

Plz explain trails and names to help us hike out there. Like the starting point and the ending point that would be amazing

@iriswoohoo 4 күн бұрын

Hi! the starting point is the Mist Trail. Then you just keep going up 3 miles (4.8 km) round trip to Vernal Fall, and if you want to get to the very top, it's 7 miles (11 km) round trip to Nevada Fall. It's basically one long trail up, there are signs and you won't miss it!

@thovkoj1456 10 ай бұрын

Privacy? Come to The Great Smoky Mountains. It’s beautiful out here, especially at the end of October when the leaves turns yellow and orange.

@Bladytube 17 күн бұрын

Iris! Loved the video, I felt like I was camping in Yosemite with your friends! Hahaha Quick question: Are you able to send the link to your friends cool head lamp? Also the link to the mesh tent! That was so convenient. LETS GO BAY AREA!!! 😁👍🏼

@iriswoohoo 17 күн бұрын

Yay! Glad you could come camping with us ;p Yup, I just added some links to the description for easy reference: Motion sensored headlamps (I actually do not recommend these -- they're very sensitive, but I guess it's good if you are doing activities like exploring caves, cooking, etc. I was kinda annoyed by how often I accidentally triggered them): amzn.to/4cf06Nj Coleman 10x10 Mesh Tent (MUST HAVE for preventing bugs while you're eating and prepping food, but I recommend getting an even bigger one for additional room to roam): amzn.to/4cyYjCo

@Bladytube 15 күн бұрын

@@iriswoohoo Fantastic!! thank you so much for the input and the links to the items, really appreciate it! :) keep up with the great content =P

@panchopistolastv 4 ай бұрын

How did you do a walk-in to get this campsite or did you reserve it? What time of the year is this?

@iriswoohoo 4 ай бұрын

You’d have to reserve it months in advance. Unfortunately yosemite campsites are very competitive to grab. There are some “first come first serve” campsites but that depends on the month you’re arriving. For example: www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/camp4.htm We went during July which is peak camping season.

@haninereguieg6490 5 күн бұрын

I was never able to find a camping spot in Yosemite 😢 how did you do ?

@iriswoohoo 4 күн бұрын

Here's a step by step guide on how to book a coveted campsite (it books out literally within one second of the release time): thetravelingfamiliesclub.com/tips-for-yosemite-camping-reservations/