759 m away
Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall Loop
Connect two of Yosemite's great waterfalls in a concise but strenuous loop
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 740 m
- Descent
- 740 m
North Rim Loop
Yosemite National Park
A fun link up of some Yosemite classics including Upper Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Point, North Dome, Indian Rock, and Mirror Lake
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 35 km
- Ascent
- 1.9 km
- Descent
- 1.8 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 1.2 km
- High Point
- 2.5 km
- Gradient
- 15˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between May and October. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 35 km, 1865 vertical metres of ascent and 1843 vertical metres of descent.
Description
A fun link up of some Yosemite classics including Upper Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Point, North Dome, Indian Rock, and Mirror Lake
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Wild flowers
- Water features
Similar routes nearby
759 m away
Half Dome
An exciting hike to the summit of one of North America's most iconic peaks.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 24 km
- Ascent
- 1.7 km
- Descent
- 1.7 km
760 m away
John Muir Trail
Thru hike of the California’s Sierra Nevada, linking the most impressive alpine scenery from Yosemite National Park to Mount Whitney.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 339 km
- Ascent
- 13 km
- Descent
- 12 km
781 m away
Mist Trail to Vernal and Nevada Falls
A stunning hike up steep climbs, passing close to Vernal and Nevada Falls.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 753 m
- Descent
- 752 m
1.7 km away
Panorama Trail
Hike at the brink of a huge waterfall and along the precipitous rim of Yosemite Valley.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 283 m
- Descent
- 1.3 km
3.1 km away
Yosemite Falls Trail
Steep hike to the top of North America's tallest waterfall.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 9.3 km
- Ascent
- 939 m
- Descent
- 939 m
3.1 km away
Eagle Peak via Yosemite Falls
Make the arduous climb to Upper Yosemite Falls, then go even farther to find the highest point on this side of Yosemite Valley.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 1.4 km
- Descent
- 1.4 km
3.7 km away
Taft Point
A hike through the forest to a panoramic viewpoint over Yosemite Valley.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Ascent
- 133 m
- Descent
- 133 m
3.7 km away
Sentinel Dome
Birds-eye view of the Valley atop one of Yosemite's higher granite domes.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 3.6 km
- Ascent
- 161 m
- Descent
- 161 m
7.4 km away
North Dome Loop
Forest hike to the rim of Yosemite Valley at one of its greatest viewpoints
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 670 m
- Descent
- 670 m
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Guidebooks in this area
13 routes · Hiking
Yosemite National Park's Best Hikes: From Easy to Epic
6 routes · Hiking · Road Biking
Plan the Perfect Family Day Out in Yosemite National Park
7 routes · Hiking
The Best Hikes to Yosemite’s Waterfalls
9 routes · Hiking
Epic Hikes to Yosemite’s Proudest Summits
25 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
25 of the Most Incredible Day Hikes in the United States
5 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
5 of the Best Day Hikes in California
7 routes · Hiking
Escape the Crowds in Kings Canyon National Park
63 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
The Most Famous Hike in Every US National Park
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