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 …

The trail to Half Dome from Yosemite Valley is an extremely steep and strenuous hike covering over 14-16 miles. Hikers gain 4,800 feet of elevation along the trail that passes highlights such …

Jan 16, 2025 · The hike up to Half Dome, towering over the Yosemite Valley at 8846 feet, is one of the great bucket list hikes. You'll pass iconic waterfalls, hike through majestic sequoias, and …

Jul 16, 2017 · Half Dome is one of Yosemite’s most recognizable landmarks. The top of this granite dome sits 4,800 feet off of the valley floor at a total elevation of 8,844 feet (2,695 …

May 11, 2023 · Rising over 8,800 feet above sea level, Half Dome's distinctive shape dominates the landscape. It normally takes between 10-14 hours to complete this round-trip trek. This …

Hiking Half Dome is not for the faint of heart – it’s an extremely strenuous day hike spanning 14+ miles with 5,300+ feet of elevation gain. But you’ll be rewarded with stunning waterfalls along …

The yellow line marks the ascent from Nevada Fall to the top of Half Dome. This stretch is 4.4 miles (7 km) long and climbs 2,800 feet (850 meters). It starts with a refreshingly flat interlude …

Half Dome is the ultimate Yosemite day hike - the one you can't die without doing, and the one you're most likely to die while doing. It's got 900 feet (300 meters) worth of spectacular …

Jan 30, 2022 · Hiking to Half Dome via The Mist Trail is the shortest, most direct route and is 17 miles, which is the distance that most people associate as the “Half Dome hike”.

Dec 24, 2022 · This stunning trail takes you past some of Yosemite greatest highlights, leaving you in awe of this beautiful valley and then - after 10 miles of uphill hiking - presents you with a …