Yosemite in late August has typically great conditions: The bugs have disappeared, especially in a low snow year like 2021, the weather is still good, and you only get the occasional mid-afternoon summer storms. Typically, water is still available in most streams, although seasonal ones can be dry. This means that in general, you can pick your typical three season load and be fine.
[Read More]In August 2021, I hiked the Yosemite High Route together with two friends. We had fantastic weather, got through with no major injuries, and had a blast. I’m not going to cover too much about the route itself, as Andrew Skurka’s website and guide are incredibly useful - please buy the guide!
As standard for off-trail routes, I am not providing any maps or GPX files.