Matthew Stewart got airlifted off Half Dome in Yosemite and discovered he had a brain tumor. A year later, he went back and ...

To hike Half Dome, the trail is about 14 to 16 miles long and features elevation gains totaling 4,800 feet (for reference, the elevation gain on the Mist Trail is between 1,000 and 2,000 feet ...

While it might not look as terrifying as the end of the Half Dome hike, don't underestimate this part of the journey, either. It's easy to slip and injure yourself on the slick, uneven terrain.

For those who are planning to hike Half Dome, you will need a permit. They are given through a lottery system, which is a bit hit or miss, but you can get more info on that here. View from Angels ...

including landmarks like Yosemite Falls and Half Dome. Unlike many lookout points in Yosemite, Glacier Point is accessible via roadway, allowing visitors to forego a difficult hike. This is ...