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Vernal Fall Footbridge – Mirror Lake loop from Ahwahnee Hotel

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Vernal Fall Footbridge – Mirror Lake loop from Ahwahnee Hotel

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Vernal Fall Footbridge – Mirror Lake loop from Ahwahnee Hotel

01:28

12.0km

210m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 13, 2026

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132 m

Curry Village (Formerly Half Dome Village)

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Curry Village, originally established as Camp Curry in 1899, sits at the base of Glacier Point with stunning views of the valley. Founded by David and Jennie Curry, it offers …

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2.94 km

Vernal Fall Footbridge

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To get to the Vernal Fall Footbridge takes at least a hike with a 2-mile round trip with a 300-foot elevation gain. Located on the Mist Trail, the footbridge provides …

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3.18 km

Sierra viewpoint

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Perfect picture spot and a great viewpoint

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3.57 km

Merced River

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The Merced River is the dominant river that characterizes the Yosemite Valley.

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6.53 km

Mirror Lake

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The small, seasonal lake on Tenaya Creek lies between North and Half Dome and is the last remnant of a large glacial lake that filled most of the Yosemite Valley …

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8.97 km

Mirror Lake

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The trail to Mirror Lake in Yosemite Park, California. The path is not special but very rewarding. The lake itself was dry in September.

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10.3 km

View of Upper Yosemite Fall

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Even though it's all the way across the valley, from here you still get stunning views of the towering 1,430 foot (436 m) plunge that is Upper Yosemite Falls.

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11.5 km

Half Dome Panoramic View

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Curry Village was not called Half Dome Village for a while without reason - here you have a great view of the Half Dome and you can also start trails there

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.44 km

2.76 km

780 m

200 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.21 km

5.16 km

947 m

394 m

218 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,340 m)

Lowest point (1,220 m)

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Saturday 27 June

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Vernal Fall Footbridge – Mirror Lake loop from Ahwahnee Hotel

Curry Village (Formerly Half Dome Village)

Vernal Fall Footbridge

Sierra viewpoint

Merced River

Mirror Lake

Mirror Lake

View of Upper Yosemite Fall

Half Dome Panoramic View

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