Half Dome
9.5 km
Total Distance
1,304 m
Elevation Gain

Trail Description

Yosemite's signature summit, ending with the famous cable route up the last stretch of bare granite. The full day covers big distance and huge elevation gain past Vernal and Nevada Falls, and a permit is required for the cables.

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Difficulty

5/5 · Very Difficult
  • Experience with long mountain hikes