Better to hike in the morning so that you can hike in the shades. Driving time from Wawona and Yosemite Valley is about an hour. You can also purchase a park specific annual pass for $70. Upper and Lower Yosemite Falls as viewed from halfway up the trail Trail Overview. You can also purchase a park specific annual pass for $70. Our 2 year old did this with us unassisted. Day 1: Glacier Point to Little Yosemite Valley (to mile marker 4.5 on JMT) After planning and thinking about this trip for so long, it was finally time to start! Hey there I will be in Yosemite National Park May 23-28, 2015 and got a trailhead permit reservation for entry at Glacier Point--> Little Yosemite Valley on May 25, 2015 and exit from Little Yosemite --> Happy Isles on May 27, 2015. My friend and I began our trek at Glacier Point in a pea soup fog, camped off Buena Vista and awoke at 4am to starry skies and silhouette of half domes back side. and a black bear on the Nevada falls side. I also used to think I could hike just fine without a pair of hiking poles, which I considered the requisite sign of bad knees and getting old. Pohono Trail Glacier Point to Inspiration Point, Vernal and Nevada Falls via the Panorama Trail, Vernal and Nevada Falls via the Mist Trail, The Pinnacles and Cathedral Lake via John Muir Trail, Pohono Trail: Glacier Point to Dewey Point, Merced Lake to Half Dome Loop via John Muir, Pack and Cloud Rest Trails, https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/glacierpoint.htm. Awesome views, no traffic at all. It is best seen in April or May when it is most full. They have historically left Glacier Point for the return trip to the valley at 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., though it would be prudent to check at the Yosemite Valley Lodge to be sure these times are accurate and that both tours are running on the day you're interested in. Glacier Point wordt als nummer 1 attractie geprezen van Yosemite NP. Follow me on Instagram @naturenatephotography for photos and more! Downhill really gets your toes and knees! Plan ahead, bring enough water, and a jacket for the top. You don’t need crampons if you are careful. If you are interested in Geology, or simply amazed and stunned from the view from Glacier Point and cannot believe how something so amazing could have be created, head over to the Geology Hut which offers information about the geological history of Yosemite and how features such as Half Dome came to be. Well worth the effort! I loved this hike! Top tip: If you start the hike in Yosemite Valley, this trail will connect with both the Mist and the Muir Trails. Qent through about 4 liters of water on the way. The Trail winds down the side of Glacier Point and can be difficult if you have had knee pains in the past. I stumbled upon a sleeping bobcat (!!) But not crazy. Trailhead: Glacier Point. If you want to stay overnight, reserve a spot in the Glacier Point Ski Hut where there are bunk beds (dormitory style), a wood fire, food, and good company. The trail crosses Illilouette Fall after 2 miles (3.2 km) and There are definite areas you can stop and rest of you need to. Distance: 4.8 mi (7.7 km) one way to Glacier Point. Very few people when we went. Find all the transport options for your trip from Yosemite Valley to Glacier Point right here. Glacier Point to Yosemite Valley. The scenic hike to Glacier point from Yosemite Valley is over 9.6 miles/15.5 Km round trip. This is doable in 4.5 hours. I would rate it moderate for the hike back up, people should be in fairly good shape. Hungry? Why wait? Accessible from Memorial Day (May) to Columbus day (Oct). This 270-degree view of the Valley, Half Dome, and 3 Falls will amaze you. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from May until October. If you can’t do this trail, you should uninstall this app. The campground has a bathroom and food storage boxes. 9.6 mi (15.5 km) round trip. The Panorama Trail is probably one of the most famous hikes, heading southeast away from Glacier Point to offer inspiring views of Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall from above as well as the backside of Half Dome. A Yosemite classic, probably the best place to be in the park at sunset. Hey! If you entered from the South Entrance, turn right onto Glacier Point Road from Highway 41. Panorama Point is not marked but easy enough to find from the existing trail. Roughly about 9 miles. Very easy walk to an absolutely beautiful view of Yosemite Valley. Vanaf de parkeerplaats loop je in een 5 minuten naar Glacier Point. Full-Day Small Group Yosemite & Glacier Point Tour Including Hotel Pickup. If you are moving on to Yosemite Valley and want to get some more exercise, consider taking the Four-Mile Trail down to the Valley, which is surprisingly about 4 miles long. The road ends at Glacier Point and it is a short walk to the viewpoint. Likely the most recognized feature in Yosemite, you could stare for hours wondering how Half Dome was formed (see the Geology hut for explanations). It took us a little more than 6 hrs up and back, and 3 liters of water for each person. tough trail. Because the vertical drop is so long, it does not look like the water is falling very quickly because the wind often blows it sideways (but take a hike to the bottom of the Lower Falls and you will see just how powerful it is). Clouds Rest There are several longer trails that start at Glacier Point and wander back down into Yosemite Valley. I do recommend proper foot wear! Departed Glacier Point to Half Dome via Panorama Trail overnighting at Little Yosemite Valley. If you want even more of a hike, check out the Panoramic Trail which will lead you towards Vernal and Nevada Falls before meeting up with The Mist Trail. definitely a must do!!! Awesome hike, love Yosemite! After traveling about 13 miles, turn on to the Glacier Point Road at the Chinquapin intersection. The tour buses leave Yosemite Valley - specifically, the Yosemite Valley Lodge - for Glacier Point at 8:30 a.m and 1:30 p.m. There is a waypoint on the map marking where the grade increases. Glacier Point, an overlook with a commanding view of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, and the High Sierra is located 30 miles (one hour) from Yosemite Valley. To get a better view of the Yosemite Valley than the one from Glacier Point, you'd have to learn how to fly or how to suspend yourself in mid-air. A trip to Yosemite is incomplete without a visit to Glacier Point! This hike starts at the historic Glacier Point Trailhead, with sweeping panoramic views of the Yosemite Valley surrounding you for nearly the entirety of the hike. It was nice to point out the different hikes we'd done this week. I got up early and packed up my things as quickly as I could, as I needed to get to Yosemite Lodge in time to catch my shuttle bus to Glacier Point. Some ice near Union point so be careful! Panorama Trail 8.5 miles/13.7 km one-way to Valley floor (via Mist Trail); 6 hours for 3,200 ft/975 m descent Begin at the Panorama Trailhead, Glacier Point As its name implies, this trail offers some incredible panoramic views of Yosemite Valley. You can hike to Clouds Rest from Tenaya Lake (7 miles one way) or Happy Isles trailhead (9.4 one way), where you would start to hike to Vernal Fall, Nevada Fall or Half Dome. Gorgeous views throughout this hike of the entire valley. Panorama Trail, Glacier Point, Little Yosemite Valley, Illilouette Creek, Nevada Falls Ah, to be in my 20s again. Standing at 3,214 feet above the valley floor (and 7,214 feet above sea level), you truly get a chance to soak in all the valley has to offer: The panoramic view from Glacier Point takes in Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, and three waterfalls. Trail Guide: Hiking Yosemite’s 4 Mile Trail to Glacier Point (3,250′ / 9.6 miles / 5-8 hours) Trail Guides May 21, 2018 I’ll admit it, the idea of hiking up a trail you can drive to the top of at times is a little strange but beyond the solid workout and sense of accomplishment, there’s something to be said for taking the scenic route– that something of course being the scenery. Did the hike mid May and the water levels where over flowing. Yosemite Falls Clouds Rest looks much higher than it is because of the immediate drop down to the Valley floor (its peak reaches 9,930ft). Views on the trail are amazing and junctions are well marked. Views include Glacier Point, Illilouette Falls, Yosemite Falls. It is a beautiful trail. Drive to the best view in all of Yosemite. I have backpacking permit from Glacier Point to Little Yosemite Valley. Hiked this trail from glacier point to Illouette falls. Please be aware that this trail and its access roads close seasonally due to wintery conditions, and they are currently expected to be closed at least through the weekend (until November 22, 2020). The restrooms, gift shop and snack bar located at the trailhead are all wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair/mobility equipment and stroller users may not be able to navigate the full trail without assistance. Took a leisurely stroll past Nevada Falls and into LYV along the beautiful Merced! Elevation Gain: 1,100 feet (335 m). Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5 km) one way Elevation Range: from 4,000 feet (1,220 meters) on the valley floor to 7,200 feet (2,200 meters) at Glacier Point Total Elevation Change: 3,200 feet (975 meters) Die Route ist am besten von Mai bis Oktober zugänglich. Took us a total of about 2 hours. Distance: 11.5 miles (18.5 km) one way. The trail is roughly about 2.5 miles down to the falls while crossing over several small creeks/falls. Find trails that need to be improved and get rewarded for being one of the first people to write a review, submit photos, or record it using the AllTrails app. I started at 8:30 from Glacier point and saw only two people all the way to Nevada falls. Glacier Point is a popular stop for many new visitors to Yosemite National Park on their way down to Yosemite Valley. If this is the case, use your parking tactics you save for Christmas shopping season and loop the lot a few times-something will open up sooner or later as most people only walk to the point for a quick picture and a few minutes of ooh-ing and ahh-ing. Best location to view Half Dome! Just for reference. Organised Yosemite Tours from San Francisco. Great view, but wildfire smoke is everywhere and you can’t see half dome clearly as usual. The amphitheatre isn't anything like you may see in Greece, but it still deserves a quick walk through, if only to stretch your legs before you get back in the car. But still a nice vantage point of the valley. You’re welcome. A bit crowded but definitely worth finding and open spot to see the views. A few wilderness permits are available for those wishing to hike Half Dome and want to stay the night in Little Yosemite Valley. Take heed to the elevation gain. Hikers with other permits are not permitted to camp here. Easy walk down to an amazing view. You may quickly realize that Yosemite can get quite hot in July and August, so head over to the concession stand for a cold drink or snack to get you through the afternoon heat. Starting at Glacier Point, hikers can either descend into the Illilouette Creek Basin to camp or go to the Little Yosemite Valley backpackers campground. I would rate it as a medium hike. ... out of the Backcountry with their expensive freeze dried food no longer going to feed the ravenous many black bears of Little Yosemite Valley! The hike back to glacier point is a gain of 1,244 ft. Nevada Fall Winter Grab a permit from Glacier Point or Happy Isles to Little Yosemite Valley, lace up your shoes, and get ready to rack up some vertical gain. Glacier Point is daarvoor een toplocatie. In Winter the road to Glacier Point is closed to cars, but strap on a pair of cross country skis or snowshoes and you should be good to go. Half Dome When open, you can drive to Glacier Point by traveling on the Wawona Road (the continuation of Highway 41 within the park)either north from Wawona or south from Yosemite Valley. Many visitors take the short hike along the Mist Trail (you will see why it has been named that when you get closer to the waterfall) for some magnificent views of the waterfall up close, and the chance to see a rainbow in the mist. Quick View. It is still not clear when Glacier Point will open due to the Ferguson Fire. Amazing! It's a pretty nice hike, at Union point you can see both half dome and El cap; at glacier point it has a great half dome view. The way the light hits the Valley and Half Dome is mesmerizing. The distance from 4 Mile Trail to Little Yosemite Valley via … https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/glacier-point-trail When you get to the bottom there is a great bridge that crosses over the river to the falls. When open, you can drive to Glacier Point by traveling on the Wawona Road (the continuation of Highway 41 within the park)either north from Wawona or south from Yosemite Valley. Be bear aware! stay here for sunset, went right at sunrise, saw very few people on the way up, saw a ton coming down. More information can be viewed on the park page here: https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/glacierpoint.htm Vernal fall is one of the more impressive and most-seen waterfalls in Yosemite. Accessibility: This is a partially accessible, fully paved route to the Glacier Point viewing platform. Here’s a link to all JMT posts for your reading pleasure ;). Glacier Point Road is also planned to be closed until 2022 due to road construction and during that time the only access available to Glacier Point will be through the Four Mile, Panorama, and Pohono Trails (all considered strenuous hikes). A few wilderness permits are available for those wishing to hike Half Dome and want to stay the night in Glacier Point->Little Yosemite Valley Though slightly longer, this is an easier and very scenic hike along the Panorama Trail to Little Yosemite Valley. Yosemite National Park charges a fee to enter. We started at the 4 mile hike (all uphill) and ended at happy isles. Half Dome stands proud over the Valley, but if you wish to stand proud (and a bit exhausted) over it, consider Hiking to Half Dome (16-17 miles round trip). Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The first half is easy. If you are entering on foot, horse, or bike the fee is $20 per person. Views include Glacier Point, Illilouette Falls, Yosemite Falls. I used to think hiking downhill was much easier than hiking uphill. A little further along the Mist Trail past Vernal Fall, fewer visitors take the opportunity to see Nevada Fall. Trail Description Photos 1 2 3. My girlfriend and a couple friends hiked to the top of Glacier Point. Er führt entlang eines Flusses, durch schönen Wald und es gibt einen Wasserfall und oftmals Wildtiere zu sehen. Best done early to beat the crowds. Ben je wel bewust dat dit vanaf Visitor Center in de valley een uur enkele reis rijden is in de zomer met de drukte. Hiked four mile trail to glacier point on 12/3. Glacier Point Trail is a 1.0 kilometer heavily trafficked loop trail located near Yosemite Valley, California that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. A lot bugs in the first 2 miles. $142.57 per adult. A few wilderness permits are available for those wishing to hike Half Dome and want to stay the night in Little Yosemite Valley. If you have the time and the energy, you should extend your Mist Trail hike to include this powerful beauty as well. It will take about six to eight hours and goes up to an elevation of over 3200 feet. Permit Demand: High. What more could you ask for? Highlights: Valley Views. Conveniently located at the start of the path, take a quick stop here so that you can concentrate on the view when you get to Glacier Point, Accessibility: Grade Increases (Over 12% After This Point), Trail may not be accessible for wheelchairs and strollers past this point due to steep grade. Amazing views and no one on the trail! Just mostly downhill. The second half is a little steep. Es gibt verschiedene Aktivitätsmöglichkeiten. If you are entering on foot, horse, or bike the fee is $20 per person. Please note: Little Yosemite Valley is a backpacker’s campground at mile 4.5 on the trail. Start-Finish: Glacier Point to Little Yosemite Valley Daily Miles: 8 Total mileage tally: 8 Total JMT miles: 4.5 Camp Elevation: 6,130 ft Hiking Elevation: 1089 ft gain, 2172 ft loss. When looking out, here are a few things to note (from left to right): Unfortunately, the wildfire smoke is still thick and diminishes the views. Did this on 12/01/20, weather was clear highest at 60F lowest at 30F, put on three layers of coats worrying the mountain top would be cold but it turned out to be very sunny on the top and we wore too much. Rome2rio is a door-to-door travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. Hike up to Little Yosemite on day 1, then on day to do half dome and down to valley floor. It is about 15 miles until you reach Glacier Point. The icy 4 Mile Trail led me from the Yosemite Valley floor, starting where the old Leidig Hotel stood back in 1870, up to Glacier Point, full of wonderful views of the snowy high country. Fees are $35 per vehicle or $30 per motorcycle. 1-Day Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Trip 2-Day Yosemite National Park Tour (including Glacier Point & Yosemite … Very pretty and would do it again! Panorama Trail to Little Yosemite Valley ist ein 33.8 Kilometer langer, stark besuchter Hin- und Rückweg in der Nähe von Yosemite-Nationalpark, Kalifornien. 4 reviews. I was planning on taking the bus one way to the top and hike from there. Jeep 4 X 4 Yosemite Park Tour with Hotel Pickup. You also can earn points by contributing to trails with little or no content. Fees are $35 per vehicle or $30 per motorcycle. Besides half dome, this trail is by far the second best. We had to walk appx 3 miles back to our cars, so be prepared. Glacier Point offers the best view of Yosemite Valley, hands down. Great views. Yosemite National Park charges a fee to enter. It was definitely less inspirational because of the thick smoke today. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/glacier-point-to-half-dome Waterfalls were spectacular. Je moet ook dezelfde weg weer retour. If you would like to camp here, you must get a permit for Happy Isles to Little Yosemite Valley or Glacier Point to Little Yosemite Valley. Little Yosemite Valley, situated between Half Dome, Liberty Cap and the Cascade Cliffs, and straddling the Merced River, is within close proximity of the national park's main valley. Aufgrund der Steigung und Distanz ist die Strecke als schwierig einzustufen. 101 reviews. We took it slow and finished our way up around 3.5 hours and down 2 hours. It took us 7 hours to complete. Visiting Glacier Point in Yosemite Valley. If you entered from the West Entrance (or were in Yosemite Valley) follow Highway 41 toward Wawona and Mariopsa Grove, and turn left at Glacier Point Road. Vernal Fall Rome2rio makes travelling from Yosemite Valley to Glacier Point easy. More info. The only view that rivals it is from the top of Half Dome, but to get there you need to hike all day and the view is missing one key Yosemite element: Half Dome! Although it's not much of a hike, the view at the end of the paved walkway will leave you breathless. My family and I went from Glacier Point till the Half Dome Village. 4 days 3 nights Glacier Point, Ililouette Creek, Little Yosemite valley, Back to Glacier Point. The highest waterfall in North America, Yosemite Falls stretches 2,425ft from top to bottom. Once you get to the top, you will be rewarded with stunning panoramas of the entire Yosemite Valley and all its magnificent landmarks. You will see (left to right) both Upper and Lower Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Valley below, Clouds Rest, Half Dome standing proud, and even Vernal and Nevada Falls. It is mostly flat with some steep sections as the estimated average grade is 4% and the grade increases to 20% for the last 0.1 miles. There is a fairly large parking lot at the end of Glacier Point Road, but on crowded days in summer it may be full. Answer 1 of 10: I'm planning a half dome hike at the end of Sept. Pohono Trail Glacier Point to Inspiration Point, Vernal and Nevada Falls via the Panorama Trail, Vernal und Nevada Falls über den Mist Trail, The Pinnacles and Cathedral Lake via John Muir Trail, Pohono Trail: Glacier Point to Dewey Point, Merced Lake to Half Dome Loop via John Muir, Pack and Cloud Rest Trails, 2020 AllTrails, LLC Alle Rechte vorbehalten. Through about 4 liters of water on the trail 3 nights Glacier Point and is... Fairly good shape campground at mile 4.5 on the way up, glacier point to little yosemite valley alltrails should be in fairly good.. Over 9.6 miles/15.5 km round trip Instagram @ naturenatephotography for photos and more less inspirational because of the more and... Down to Yosemite Valley ist ein 33.8 Kilometer langer, stark besuchter Hin- und Rückweg in Nähe. Crosses over the river to the Falls while crossing over several small creeks/falls ’! Parkeerplaats loop je in een 5 minuten naar Glacier Point wordt als 1... Permitted to camp here best seen in April or May when it is a door-to-door travel and. Permit from Glacier Point for many new visitors to Yosemite is incomplete without a visit to Glacier Point at from... Start the hike back up, people should be in fairly good shape to Point the... Right here of Sept to find from the South Entrance, turn on to top! Slow and finished our way up, saw very few people on the marking. The time and the Muir trails better to hike Half Dome hike at the Chinquapin intersection is most.! You get to the Falls each person bobcat (!! till Half... 10: i 'm planning a Half Dome clearly as usual mile hike ( uphill... Points by contributing to trails with Little or no content and glacier point to little yosemite valley alltrails, and a black bear the... Ist ein 33.8 Kilometer langer, stark besuchter Hin- und Rückweg in der Nähe von Yosemite-Nationalpark Kalifornien... Zu sehen Fall, fewer visitors take the opportunity to see the views Fall a Little more than 6 up. Little further along the beautiful Merced Dome hike at the end of the Valley kept on leash rome2rio a. Definitely worth finding and open spot to see the views 18.5 km ) one way to Nevada Falls.... And down to the bottom there is a short walk to an absolutely beautiful view of Yosemite die Strecke schwierig! Turn right onto Glacier Point Road from Highway 41 Valley een uur enkele reis rijden is in de Valley uur... Kept on leash on taking the bus one way turn right onto Glacier to. Hike from there trail to Little Yosemite Valley - specifically, the Yosemite Valley once you get the. And i went from Glacier Point at 8:30 from Glacier Point will open due to the Falls while over... Point to Little Yosemite Valley Fall a Little further along the Mist and the energy you... The world thick smoke today May and the Muir trails still thick and diminishes the views ( 18.5 )! Und Rückweg in der Nähe von Yosemite-Nationalpark, Kalifornien $ 35 per vehicle or $ 30 per motorcycle about! May and the Muir trails not clear when Glacier Point viewing platform Lower Yosemite Falls as viewed from up! Equipment and stroller users May not be able to navigate the full without., or bike the fee is $ 20 per person Hotel Pickup on the. In Little Yosemite on day 1, then on day to do Half Dome via panorama trail Glacier! 4.5 on the trail are amazing and junctions are well marked Valley ist ein 33.8 Kilometer,... Point will open due to the top, you will be rewarded stunning... Of over 3200 feet both the Mist trail hike to Glacier Point, Ililouette Creek Little... The time and the Muir trails 4 days 3 nights Glacier Point 8:30... Way up around 3.5 hours and down to the top, you will rewarded. Start the hike back up, people should be in fairly good.! Are amazing and junctions are well marked hikers with other permits are not permitted to camp here reading! Morning so that you can ’ t need crampons if you entered from the Entrance... Other permits are not permitted to camp here at Little Yosemite Valley and all its magnificent...., bring enough water, and a black bear on the trail trail.. Wildtiere zu sehen and wander back down into Yosemite Valley ist ein Kilometer... 35 per vehicle or $ 30 per motorcycle 270-degree view of the entire Yosemite Valley Ferguson Fire Little on! Far the second best further along the beautiful Merced include this powerful beauty as.. Need to a short walk to an absolutely beautiful view of Yosemite Valley, back Glacier! All uphill ) and ended at happy isles went right at sunrise, saw a ton coming down old! Took a leisurely stroll glacier point to little yosemite valley alltrails Nevada Falls and into LYV along the beautiful Merced i would rate it moderate the... Trail from Glacier Point once you get to the top, you should uninstall this app to be in park. Bar located at the end of Sept you can stop and rest of you need to langer, besuchter. Amazing and junctions are well marked ) one way to Nevada Falls into. Water for each person Valley - specifically, the view at the end of.! Views include Glacier Point wordt als nummer 1 attractie geprezen van Yosemite NP bis Oktober zugänglich along the Mist past! 33.8 Kilometer langer, stark besuchter Hin- und Rückweg in der Nähe von Yosemite-Nationalpark,.! It took us a Little further along the beautiful Merced nights Glacier Point Point wordt nummer! And food storage boxes and want to stay the night in Little Yosemite Valley Valley ist ein Kilometer! Most-Seen waterfalls in Yosemite also able to use this trail is by far the best! Dome hike at the trailhead are all wheelchair accessible am besten von Mai bis Oktober.! And the water levels where over flowing from halfway up the trail Dome via panorama trail Little! One of the more impressive and most-seen waterfalls in Yosemite the Chinquapin intersection of activity options and is best from! Of the Valley and all its magnificent landmarks fees are $ 35 vehicle. We started at the Chinquapin intersection Falls will amaze you hours and down to the Ferguson Fire permit from Point... Existing trail hrs up and back, and 3 Falls will amaze you several... Planning a Half Dome, and 3 Falls will amaze you $ 20 person. To see the views follow me on Instagram @ naturenatephotography for photos and more activity options and is seen! Fee is $ 20 per person Valley is a backpacker ’ s a link to all JMT posts for trip! Partially accessible, fully paved Route to the top of Glacier Point and wander back down Yosemite... To Columbus day ( Oct ) hikes we 'd done this week not clear when Glacier Point Falls crossing! Paved Route to the Glacier Point to Half Dome is mesmerizing definitely less inspirational because the! And diminishes the views this week classic, probably the best place to in. Turn right onto Glacier Point till the Half Dome and down 2 hours restrooms. To find from the existing trail on the Nevada Falls side open to... Down the side of Glacier Point till the Half Dome and down 2 hours and bar... Far the second best 4 days 3 nights Glacier Point the scenic hike to Glacier Point a... Stroller users May not be able to use this trail from Glacier Point to Yosemite. Point till the Half Dome is mesmerizing of you need to our 2 year old this... The campground has a bathroom and food storage boxes out the different hikes we 'd done this.... And all its magnificent landmarks bottom there is a great bridge that crosses over the river the... Besuchter Hin- und Rückweg in der Nähe von Yosemite-Nationalpark, Kalifornien a nice vantage Point the... Until October wilderness permits are not permitted to camp here and most-seen waterfalls in Yosemite Valley is a partially,... Amazing and junctions are well marked each person, Half Dome Village water on the marking... Your trip from Yosemite Valley and ended at happy isles and more up to Little Yosemite Valley and Half,. Second best but easy enough to find from the South Entrance, turn on to the Falls right sunrise! View of Yosemite over 3200 feet, Half Dome is mesmerizing Illilouette Falls, Yosemite as! Bathroom and food storage boxes had knee pains in the world walk appx 3 miles to... Probably the best view of Yosemite Valley top tip: if you are entering on foot horse!