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Four Mile Trail, Yosemite National Park

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Four Mile Trail, Yosemite National Park

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Four Mile Trail, Yosemite National Park

Name: Four Mile Trail, Yosemite National Park
Rating: 2

Recommended by 92 hikers

This Highlight goes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Yosemite Wilderness

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Location: Mariposa County, California, United States

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1. Four Mile Trail from Valley Shuttle Stop #11 — Yosemite National Park

15.7km

05:42

990m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Vernal Falls Loop — Yosemite National Park

26.5km

09:52

1,270m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Waterfall View – Swinging Bridge & Picnic Area loop from Yosemite Village

28.5km

09:12

1,120m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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dimi

January 12, 2016

This trail begins near the base of Sentinel Rock and climbs to the top of Yosemite Valley at Glacier Point. The trail maintains a continuous steep grade, following the path of an old toll trail that was completed in 1872. The trail has changed a bit over the years; it is now closer to five miles than four (and of course there is no more toll). Spectacular views of Yosemite Valley, El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, and, eventually, Half Dome await those willing to tackle this strenuous trail. Don't skip the side trip to enjoy the view of Yosemite Valley from Union Point, located a bit over two-thirds of the way up.

The Four Mile Trail ends at Glacier Point, where restrooms, parking, and a snack stand (summer only) are available. You can choose to hike back to Yosemite Valley by reversing your route or by continuing on the Panorama Trail, which brings you to the Happy Isles Trailhead in another 8.5 miles (13.7 km).

Bar ☀️💙

August 3, 2016

You have a few places to stay overnight inside the park. But just some miles before the entry there is a place called Yosemite Lodges which is just in front of the mountains. Pretty good rooms, service And price. If you are around do not miss Mariposa small town. Just precious.

Dirk

August 25, 2019

Those looking for a "fast way" from Glacier Point to Valley or back are well advised here. It goes in endless serpentines into the valley. However, the nicer way from the valley to the Point (and if necessary continue on the Sentinel Dome) leads over the waterfalls Vernal, Nevada and Illiouette further east in the valley.

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Distance 6.69 km

Uphill 1,430 m

Downhill 470 m

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Location: Mariposa County, California, United States

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Four Mile Trail, Yosemite National Park

1. Four Mile Trail from Valley Shuttle Stop #11 — Yosemite National Park

2. Vernal Falls Loop — Yosemite National Park

3. Waterfall View – Swinging Bridge & Picnic Area loop from Yosemite Village

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