Boondocking Near Yosemite: Our “Disconnect & Pivot” Rescue + Virginia Lakes
Kerouacs Cruising | Where Off-Grid Living Meets Soulful Awakening
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Show Notes
On our way to Yosemite, we managed to wedge the trailer in a too-tight turn… again. Here’s the simple “disconnect & pivot” move we’ve now used twice to recover safely on downhill grades—plus how we chose a high-elevation boondock near Lee Vining with great Starlink and solar, what to know about Yosemite’s timed entry, and a rainstorm/rattlesnake morning for the books. We wrap with a quick tour of Virginia Lakes and why we stayed put at 9,100’ instead of moving deeper into the trees.
What you’ll hear
- A repeatable way to get unstuck on a downhill slope (with tire-chock safety)
- Why satellite view isn’t enough (and what to do instead)
- Starlink + solar considerations in mountain terrain
- Yosemite entry timing (avoid the reservation window)
- Rattlesnake etiquette with dogs, and monsoon camping in the desert
- Virginia Lakes Road overview: dispersed + primitive options, views for days
Quick Links
- Book Club: bit.ly/KerouacBookClub
- Work with us / socials: @kerouaccruising
Safety note: We’re sharing our personal experience, not professional recovery advice. Use your best judgment and local regulations.