Sep 10, 2024 · The granite monolith of Half Dome is recognized throughout the world as an icon of Yosemite National Park. Thousands of visitors hike to the summit each year, rewarded with …

Dec 3, 2021 · Little Yosemite Valley is the most popular area in the Yosemite Wilderness, mainly because it provides easy access to Half Dome. Wilderness permits for the trails leading to …

Aug 8, 2024 · Half Dome, one of Yosemite National Park's most familiar sights, rises nearly 5,000 feet above the Valley floor. In 1865, this granite dome was considered "perfectly inaccessible," …

Permits to hike to the top of Half Dome are required seven days per week when the cables are up (as called for in the Half Dome Stewardship Plan in order to protect wilderness character, …

Nov 13, 2019 · The hike to the summit of Half Dome is one of the most popular in Yosemite. This hike follows the John Muir Trail past Vernal and Nevada Falls. Then, the trail passes under …

Mar 11, 2024 · Views of Yosemite Falls and Yosemite Valley await hikers, topped off with a panorama of Half Dome and Sierra mountain peaks from Glacier Point.

Nov 25, 2024 · Hiking Half Dome. View this description of the Half Dome hike and how you can be best prepared to complete it (9:42). Duration: 9 minutes, 42 seconds

Oct 24, 2024 · The trails in the Mist Trail Corridor are the busiest in Yosemite National Park. This historic trail corridor features legendary trails and landmarks, such as Happy Isles, the John …

Dec 29, 2024 · A steep climb is well rewarded with close-up views of Upper Yosemite Fall and distant views of Half Dome and other Sierra mountain peaks. Along the hike, enjoy a bird's eye …

This short walk offers stunning views of Half Dome, Glacier Point, and the Royal Arches. At shuttle bus stop #6, cross the street (watch for traffc!) and follow the bike path, bearing left as …