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Half Dome Summit

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Half Dome Summit

Half Dome Summit

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Yosemite Wilderness

Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous

Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

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    1. Half Dome Summit Trail — Yosemite National Park

    23.4km

    09:57

    1,430m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    2. Half Dome Summit – Half Dome Summit loop from Dyer

    11.5km

    05:02

    780m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    September 24, 2017

    A long full adventure filled day is half dome. Starting at L.YV. or the Valley floor will be the two common approaches up Half Dome. The hike is strenuous and a full day. Bring extra water and take your time. The journey up Half Dome holds its beauty in the changing landscape and your personal climb to its peak.

      July 5, 2022

      Personal recommendation: off-season when the cables are down go up. So you don't need permission. The fact that the cables are down makes things a bit more difficult, but not much. Is doable. Were there in early April. You just have to make sure the weather isn't snowy. Otherwise the rock is very smooth. Just look at the webcam.

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        October 6, 2023

        Long before you set foot in Yosemite National Park, you'll see the majestic Half Dome. Its silhouette, a striking peak that stretches 9,700 feet into the clear California sky, is not only the park's symbol, but has also found its way into pop culture and technology. Any Apple user with OS X Yosemite will recognize this symbol, and outdoor enthusiasts will recognize the shapes of this impressive mountain in The North Face logo.

        Viewed from the valley floor, Half Dome may seem unreachable, but it can be conquered - if you're willing to take on the challenge. It's a path that challenges both body and mind, taking you through an ever-changing landscape: from dense forests to bubbling streams to sheer rock faces.

        If you want to attempt the climb, note that a special permit is required, which is awarded annually in March. But even without a permit, Yosemite National Park, with its 3,000 square kilometers of untouched nature, offers an almost endless variety of hiking routes to explore.

        The final 120 meters of elevation of Half Dome pose a particular challenge: a steep, almost smooth piece of rock with an incline of up to 45 degrees. Here, wire ropes help to secure the way up. And even if the cables inspire respect in some people - they look worse than they are. With the right technique, gloves and a bit of courage, this section becomes an unforgettable experience.

        For those who prefer something a little more leisurely or are traveling in the company of family and friends, the park has a variety of less challenging routes. And after a long day of hiking, you can look forward to watching the picturesque sunset in one of the most breathtaking settings in the world before a shuttle bus takes you back to the starting point.

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          Elevation 2,660 m

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          Koordinaten 37° 44′ 45″ N, 119° 31′ 59″ W

          www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/hdpermits.htm

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