Introducing
Self Guided Backpacking Adventures!
$250/Person
OR
$1,000/Group of 6 Adventurers
We plan EVERYTHING for you!
Welcome to the new way of adventuring in the most unique, popular, and scenic trails in Sequoia, Kings Canyon, & Yosemite National Parks! We, #vsoutdoors, found a new way to help each and every one of you have the adventure of a lifetime without the headache of planning and the intimidating thought of “not knowing where to start”! We will plan EVERYTHING for your adventure! We will obtain your wilderness permits for a 3-day backpacking trip amidst Sequoia/ Kings Canyon/ or Yosemite’s vast and untouched wilderness. Send you a fun itinerary with every detail, videos on how to pack, cook, and emergency procedures! Before your arrival, Arrive Outdoors will ship your backpacking gear to your home, our partner stores en-route to the park for pick up, or any Airbnb you stay near the National Parks. After your trip, use the included, pre-paid shipping label and send it back to Arrive Outdoors. You will get to choose your desired Trail from the lists below, Fill out & submit our “Self Guided Adventure” Form, and we will contact you within 1 to 2 business days!
trail options
Sequoia National Park
Mosquito Lakes Trail (6.4 Miles / 1,981 ft Elevation Gain)
Eagle Lake Trail (6.5 Miles / 2,214 ft Elevation Gain)
Monarch Lakes Trail (8.4 Miles / 2,650 ft Elevation Gain)
Yosemite National Park
Pohono Trail to Taft Point (13.7 Miles / 4,150 ft Elevation Gain)
Yosemite Falls Loop (15.8 Miles / 4,685 ft Elevation Gain)
Hetch Hetchy Trail (18.4 Miles / 4,250 ft Elevation Gain) May-June*
Kings Canyon National Park
Redwood Canyon Trail (10.5 Miles / 2,060 ft Elevation Gain)
How it Works…
After booking your dates & wilderness permit approval, we provide you with a detailed itinerary. The itinerary includes specific instructions and directions to parking lots, buildings, campsites, trailheads, etc. The following is a summarized outline.
Day 1
On the first day, you will drive to your Park’s Trailhead Destination. You will have to drive to a Wilderness Permit Station before 10 AM to check in before hike and check out Bear Cans for food. Get all gear ready, stretch, and hit the trail! Then Hike to First Night’s Location.
NOTE: You can also stay at a Backpacker’s campsite one night before your Hike Starting Date and one night after your Hike End Date. These campsites will be located 5-10 minutes walk from where you are permitted to park your vehicle (parking permit included will also be issued at Wilderness Permit Station).
Day 2
Depending on the Trail you choose, trip leader will have two options.
Option 1: Day hike to a Destination, leaving campsite “for the day” and returning to same campsite. This option is open to those returning to same trailhead starting point & relieves backpackers from carrying so much weight.
Option 2: Packing up Camp and continuing to next Location. This option is for those that choose a “loop” trail that requires to pack up and move to the next night’s location.
Day 3
Depending on the Trail you choose, trip leader will have two options.
Option 1: Pack Up Camp after breakfast and start hike back to Trailhead for those who are ending the hike at the same starting point.
Option 2: Packing up Camp and continuing on the loop to finish at a different Trailhead. This option is for those that choose a “loop” trail that requires to pack up and continue the “loop”.
Day 3 (continued)
On the last day, you will have to head back to a Wilderness Permit Station before 3 PM to return any Bear Cans. Trip leader will also make sure to return any rented gear by the return date/time on shipping label at any FedEx Drop Off Location.
Reminder: You can stay at a Backpacker’s campsite one night after your Hike End Date. These campsites will be located 5-10 minutes walk from where you are permitted to park your vehicle (parking permit included will also be issued at Wilderness Permit Station).
What’s included
Gear Rentals Available
If you have the gear, GREAT! If you do not have any gear, or are missing a few items and do not wish to purchase for your trip, WE GOT YOU COVERED!
All group gear includes: stoves, cookware, water filters, group first aid kit, along with; Personal Backpack, Sleeping Bag, Sleeping Pad, Trekking Poles, & Backpacking Tent.
Step 1 Request: Submit your “Self Guided Adventure” Form to secure what you need. You may cancel or edit your order up to 15 days before your reservation date.
Step 2 Receive Anywhere: Get what you need delivered anywhere in the contiguous United States. Ship to your home, hotel/AirBnb or even 10,000+ FedEx or FedEx affiliate locations.
Step 3 Return for Free: Arrive Outdoors likes to keep it simple so every order includes a free return label. Place items back in your box and adhere the label. Drop off at any FedEx location.
Food
Four Meals Included! Starting with Dinner on Day 1, Breakfast & Dinner on Day 2, Breakfast on Day 3. We will also be providing you with a detailed Lunch & Snacks Recommendations for your 3 Days in the Wilderness.
Wilderness Permits
Our team is in charge of requesting and purchasing your wilderness permits for you and/or your group!
Park Entrance Fee
We will provide you a pre-paid entrance fee for one vehicle entering the Park!
Travel & Logistics
Your trip will have a destination/trailhead that requires transportation. You will need your own vehicle or transportation for this day, plan for extra time to get to your destination and find parking. Traffic can be heavy in Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Park during the peak months of summer. Directions will be sent to you upon registration.
For more information, you can reference Sequoia National Park's webpage here regarding parking and transportation.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Final payments are due 15 days prior to departure. Cancellations made 15 days or more prior to trip departure receive a full refund, excluding the non-refundable deposit. Cancellations made 10-14 days prior to trip departure will receive 50% refund, excluding the non-refundable deposit. There are no refunds for cancellations made within a week prior to trip departure (0-7 days) or after the trip has begun. No refunds will be made for any unused portions of a trip.