Yosemite Hikes
There are over 800 miles of Yosemite hikes in the park, and there's something for everyone. In addition to the paved roadside attractions, there are short yet iconic hikes, medium-length adventures into the wilderness, and classic bucket-list day hikes. Yosemite was the favorite stomping ground for John Muir, the father of the modern-day outdoors movement. He would bring contemporaries like Emerson and Teddy Roosevelt here to get them to fall in love with the outdoors. It's easy to do, so please step out of your car, get off the paved walkways, and experience a hike. And don't forget to check out my Yosemite tips page before you arrive.
| Hike | Dist. | Climb | Effort | Dogs | Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hike Columbia Rock (Yosemite) | 2 miles | 1050 ft | Moderate | N | Yosemite Valley |
| Sentinel Dome Hike | 2.2 miles | 530 ft | Moderate | N | Yosemite National Park |
| Hike the Taft Point Overlook and Fissures | 2.5 miles | 250 ft | Easy | N | Yosemite National Park |
| Hike Mirror Lake Trail (Yosemite) | 5 miles | 480 ft | Easy | N | Yosemite Valley |
| Mist Trail to Vernal and Nevada Falls | 6 miles | 2600 ft | Hard | N | Yosemite Valley |
| Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias Hike Guide | 7 miles | 1590 ft | Moderate | N | Yosemite National Park |
| Upper Yosemite Falls Hike | 7.2 miles | 3900 ft | Hard | N | Yosemite Valley |
| Hike Chilnualna Falls Trail | 8.4 miles | 2500 ft | Hard | N | Wawona |
| North Dome Hike | 9.5 miles | 2170 ft | Moderate | N | Yosemite Valley |
| Four Mile Trail Hike Guide | 10 miles | 3570 ft | Hard | N | Yosemite Village |
| Clouds Rest Hike Guide | 12.5 miles | 3200 ft | Hard | N | Yosemite Valley |
| How To Hike Half Dome | 17 miles | 5200 ft | Very Hard | N | Yosemite Village |
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Yosemite Hiking Tips
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How To Hike Half Dome
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North Dome Hike
The North Dome hike in Yosemite is a gem in so many ways. It's tough, but not super hard. You...
Hike Chilnualna Falls Trail
The hike to Chilnualna Falls is one of Yosemite's undiscovered gems. And, of course, when I say "undiscovered," I mean...
Clouds Rest Hike Guide
The Clouds Rest hike in Yosemite is a favorite of the park rangers; you get incredible panoramic views from over...
Four Mile Trail Hike Guide
The Four Mile Trail hike is like a 'best of' Yosemite hike. Built in 1872 as a $1 toll road,...
Hike Columbia Rock (Yosemite)
If you're not a big hiker but still want to get a taste of what the epic hikes of Yosemite...
Upper Yosemite Falls Hike
The Upper Yosemite Falls hike is one of the must-do hikes at Yosemite National Park. The trail is an iconic...
Hike Mirror Lake Trail (Yosemite)
As one of the few hikes that are flat in Yosemite, the Mirror Lake Trail takes you on a scenic...
Mist Trail to Vernal and Nevada Falls
Considered the classic Yosemite hike, the Mist Trail to Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls lives up to its hype. The...
Hike the Taft Point Overlook and Fissures
The 2.5-mile hike to Taft Point Overlook and the Fissures offers a lot of incredible scenery away from the crowds,...
Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias Hike Guide
Nestled in the southern, less-visited part of Yosemite National Park, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias hike takes you on...
Sentinel Dome Hike
The Sentinal Dome hike offers everything that's great about Yosemite National Park in an easy 2.2-mile package. You get to...