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Crashing down 594 feet, this thunderous waterfall is fullest in spring and early summer, and you will find terrific photographic opportunities along this stretch of trail. At the top of the climb, head right to reach the footbridge that crosses the Merced River above the fall, allowing you a closer view of it.
Vernal Fall is a 317-foot (96.6 m) waterfall on the Merced River just downstream of Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park, California. [1][2] Like its upstream neighbor, Vernal Fall is clearly visible at a distance, from Glacier Point, as well as close up, along the Mist Trail.
Whether you plan to only hike to Vernal Fall or venture all the way to Nevada Fall, you need to be prepared for the Mist Fall. This list shows you the essential things you need to pack to hike to Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall.
Enjoy this 3.1-mile out-and-back trail near Yosemite Valley, California. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 5 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.
The Mist Trail (Vernal and Nevada Falls) Distance: 3 miles (4.8 km) round trip to Vernal Fall, 7 miles (11 km) round trip to Nevada Fall. If you walk from Curry Village instead of catching a shuttle bus to the trailhead, add an extra 1.5 miles (2.4 km) round trip. Summer Closures: The section of the Mist Trail from the junction with the John ...
Only accessible by a foot, the hike along the Mist Trail leads you to the thundering waters of Vernal Fall, a must-see landmark of Yosemite. Vernal Fall, Yosemite cascades 317 feet down to the Merced River past the Vernal Fall Footbridge, promising unforgettable views and exploration.
Explore this 6.4-mile loop trail near Yosemite Valley, California. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 10 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.
The John Muir Trail (JMT) is a long distance hiking trail 211 miles in length. It passes through much of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California, including Yosemite and Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks. The JMT actually begins at the trailhead for Vernal and Nevada Falls.
You can hike part of the Mist Trail to Vernal Falls or hike the full trail to both Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls. Here is a quick overview of the various ways to hike the Mist Trail. You basically have four route options for visiting the waterfalls.
The cascading tower of water that is Vernal Falls is one of the most powerful waterfalls in the incredible Yosemite National Park. Granite stone walls surround beautiful vistas, with rivers and waterfalls breaking through the scene like silver ribbons.