Two Days in Yosemite | Hiking to Yosemite Point

I’ve been to Yosemite plenty of times, but this was different. A solo trip, a new trail, and one of the best views I’ve seen in the park.
👇 Hit play for quiet trails, cold mornings, and a big reward at the top.

Back in January, I took a quick solo trip to Yosemite. I didn’t have a long itinerary—just two days to hike, reset, and visit a few places I hadn’t seen before. I’ve spent plenty of time in the park over the years, but there are still trails and views I haven’t experienced. This trip was about exploring some of those new-to-me places.

The first day was slow and quiet. I wandered a bit, stopped for coffee in the cold, and took a short trail through the forest. A patch of frozen ice crystals tucked beneath Half Dome caught my attention—one of those small scenes that makes you pause. I wasn’t in a creative groove, so I let the cameras rest and focused on just being there.

The next morning, I felt a little more ready. I set out to hike the Upper Yosemite Falls Trail, aiming for Yosemite Point—a spot I’d never been to. I’d seen photos, of course, but nothing prepares you for seeing it in person. As the trail opened up, the view stopped me in my tracks. Even before reaching the edge, I knew it was going to be one of those moments that sticks.

I filmed pieces of the trip and put together a short video—not a how-to or a travel guide, just a quiet story from a couple of winter days in Yosemite.

Thanks for following along,

~Andrew