8 Oct 2024: Off to explore the sights along Tioga Road.
Tioga Road was more than an hour’s drive away from our campsite. It’s at a much higher elevation, almost 10,000ft, and was a bit cooler than the valley. We made a quick stop at Olmsted Point again, to take a shot we didn’t manage to get previously. We then continued our journey, passing by Lake Tenaya, towards Tuolumne Meadows.
Our plan was to start at the furthest point and make our way back. We had a light breakfast at Lembert Dome, walked around for a bit, then continued on to hike at Tuolumne Meadows. The meadows hike was so scenic and wonderful. It wasn’t crowded at all, and offered so many incredible photo opportunities. The weather was simply glorious too.
Next stop was Pothole Dome. The trail we took was supposed to end with us climbing the dome, but we noticed the trail going around the dome instead. We took it, thinking it was an easier way up, only to end up stumbling upon a river. We walked along the river and climbed over some big rocks, and saw beautiful small waterfalls. What a treat! We took a break and had our Kembara Meals while enjoying this incredible view.
Finally, we stopped by Tuolumne Grove to see some giant sequoias. Truth be told we were quite tired by then, but we soldiered on, and managed to take photos with a few of these old giants. It was getting late so there wasn’t enough time to do the full hike, but we at least aimed to get to the Tunnel Tree. We made it just in time. It was completely dark by the time we got back to the car.
Loved everything about today. Practically perfect.
Yosemite Day 4 ~End~
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