819 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
Vernal Falls and Clark Point via Mist and John Muir Loop
Yosemite National Park
A loop that takes you to the breath taking views of clack point and vernal falls.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 7.2 km
- Ascent
- 566 m
- Descent
- 566 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.2 km
- High Point
- 1.7 km
- Gradient
- 16˚
This trail takes you to Vernal Falls via the Mist Trail then you take a right onto the JMT to hike up to Clark Point. Clark point is situated on top of a dome and has breathtaking views of Glacier Point and Grizzly Peak. Vernal falls is know for its mist when you get close to it.
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Description
The trail is 4.5-miles and takes an average of 3h to finish. It is a little bit strenuous because of the swichbacks on the JMT, It is not exposed. You will likely encounter other as the mist trail is very popular.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Water features
Similar routes nearby
819 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
820 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
826 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
1.6 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
3.4 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
3.4 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
4 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
4 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
8.3 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
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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
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The Best Hikes to Yosemite’s Waterfalls
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Epic Hikes to Yosemite’s Proudest Summits
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25 of the Most Incredible Day Hikes in the United States
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5 of the Best Day Hikes in California
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Escape the Crowds in Kings Canyon National Park
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The Most Famous Hike in Every US National Park
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