투올러미 카운티에서 주변 최고의 폭포 하이킹 & 워킹 코스

Wapama Falls offers a quieter alternative to the more famous Yosemite Falls, with stunning views of its three distinct sections. The trail is less crowded, giving you a peaceful experience as you approach the base of the falls. While water flows year-round, the spring runoff provides the most spectacular sights—just be cautious, as crossing the footbridge during peak flow can be hazardous.

This is where the Mist Trail starts steeply uphill, eventually reaching the top of Vernal and Nevada Falls. Even if you go only partway, the views are spectacular. However, watch out for one unusual obstacle: Granite steps that are slippery when wet.

At this point on the John Muir Trail, a break in the trees reveals a stunning view of the back side of Half Dome, showcasing its more rounded profile.

From this point on the John Muir Trail, hikers enjoy stunning views of Liberty Cap and the cascading Nevada Fall. Liberty Cap, a granite dome in Yosemite National Park, stands at the extreme northwestern edge of Little Yosemite Valley, rising 1,700 feet from the base of Nevada Fall to its peak elevation of 7,080 feet.

Impressive.

If there is a lot of water in the Merced River (early summer), then it is definitely worth taking the path from Vernal Falls up to the John Muir Trail, as marked on my route: The photo of the waterfall from there is, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful photos in the entire park. This return route is also recommended for another reason, especially at this time of year: The Mist Trail leads steeply down slippery, wet steps up to half a meter high - and is not pleasant to walk downhill, especially not at this time of year with a lot of water on it. If you really want to do the fog/rain hike, it is better to go uphill. In terms of photo opportunities, early summer is the best time of year in the entire park. Important: Always pack a rain jacket if you are going on a long tour: The weather can change (even contrary to the weather forecast) faster than you can walk back. I have seen people walk the entire route from Half Dome to the valley (around 4 hours) in shorts and a t-shirt in pouring rain, you should avoid that. PS: I did this hike in 2004, back then there was no (affordable) GPS - so the tracking data is fake, the photos and the paths are not. Just in case someone stumbles across the GPS coordinates that correspond exactly to the Komoot map.

More formally known as Sierra Point, this lookout offers stunning views of Vernal Falls, Nevada Falls, Illilouette Falls, and Yosemite Falls.

slightly elevated viewing point. Perfect for seeing the falls in their entirety. Very impressive.