laderaranch

Has anyone experienced altitude sickness at Yosemite. Should I be concerned about this? How have you dealt with problems being at high altitude? My husb usually gets "sick" - weak, headache, nausea, etc. when we go to high places, but it doesn't always happen...
pls. any advice or experiences shared is appreciated. We're planning a trip for next year to yosemite, never been, and would love to go!

Grasshopper

Yosemite valley is under 5000 feet. If you go to Tuoleme Meadows you get much higher and might notice the elevation. In my opinion, the valley isn't a problem. But some people are very affected by changes in elevation.

Good advice is drink LOTS of water, no alcohol (the water in beer doesn't count), take asprin, and use sunscreen.

BayArea

I get altitude sickness quite easily which is disgusting because I grew up in the mountains above 7000 feet.

Yosemite valley should be fine. I think the valley floor is about 4000 feet, which is less than Denver. Tuolumne meadows is quite a bit up, but most people just do a driving day trip up there.

As Grasshopper mentioned, drinking lots of water is the secret. I find that one of those Camelback hydration back packs are the best solution for this problem. You ALWAYS have water available for your use, and you can use the pack as your regular day pack.

I find that once I spend a night or two at elvations, I feel much better. Just take the hikes (like the mist trail) slowly.

elberko

I thought this would be easy to find, but had no luck.

So, based on memory, I think the valley is at about 3000 ft., and most places you would be are below 9000 ft., which is the altitude that most people start noticing a difference. Of course, everyone handles these things differently.

J_Correa

I live at sea level and travel to Denver a couple times a year and it usually takes me a day to get used to the altitude. I just prepare myself by drinking lots of water on the trip there and on my first day in town.

With the exeption of going to the top of Pike's Peak, I have never had any altitude problems when I have travelled by car to the mountains.

Sabrina

Before leaving for Beaver Creek , Colorado,, I was advised to get medication from the doctor to take to prevent altitude sickness. My daughter had been before with a group and some people became ill. These people had come from areas below sea level. You might talk with your doctor before leaving. I do not remember having any problems traveling through Yosemite.

FainaAgain

Don't plan any hiking or other physical activities for the first day there. Plan to relax, to get used to the altitude. This is what I have to do (unfortunately) going to Tahoe. The 2nd day is so much easier!

Judyrem

Adding to above posts , bring nasal spray,,,,coming from a very humid are going to Yosemite and Tahoe, my nose was so sore and dry! Had to stop and by nasal gel. Judy

laderaranch

thanks everyone, really good suggestions - will definately try these on our trip...