Vernal Falls trails
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Phantom Falls Trail in North Table Mountain Ecological Preserve
United States > California > Butte County > Cherokee
The Phantom Falls Trail offers a rewarding hike through rolling hills, vibrant wildflower meadows, and unique basalt rock formations. As you journey across the open landscape, seasonal vernal pools and grazing cattle add to the rustic charm. The trail culminates at Phantom Falls, a dramatic cascade plunging…
Distance: 6.2 Km • Elevation gain: 149 m • Maximum elevation: 409 m
Vernal Fall via John Muir Trail and Mist Trail in Yosemite National Park
United States > California > Mariposa County > Curry Village
The Vernal Fall hike offers a visually captivating journey through Yosemite's diverse landscapes. The Mist Trail, which approaches the fall directly, presents hikers with striking close-up views of Vernal Fall as the path winds upward alongside the cascading waters. As you ascend, the dramatic spray from the…
Distance: 2.4 Km • Elevation gain: 371 m • Maximum elevation: 1,563 m
Vernal Fall and Emerald Pool via John Muir Trail and Mist Trail in Yosemite National Park
United States > California > Mariposa County > Curry Village
Hiking to Vernal Fall and Emerald Pool is an unforgettable adventure! The trail starts easy, but be ready for steep climbs and a series of misty granite steps, especially near the falls, where the refreshing spray from Vernal Fall makes the journey exhilarating. At the top, you'll be rewarded with stunning…
Distance: 5.7 Km • Elevation gain: 435 m • Maximum elevation: 1,568 m
Half Dome via John Muir Trail and Vernal Fall in Yosemite National Park
United States > California > Mariposa County > Curry Village
The Half Dome hike is a true Yosemite adventure. With breathtaking views of the falls, Yosemite Valley, and the Sierra Nevada, it rewards those who tackle its challenging terrain. The final ascent up the cable route is thrilling, and while demanding, it’s an unforgettable experience that’s well worth the…
Distance: 26.3 Km • Elevation gain: 1,941 m • Maximum elevation: 2,687 m
Nevada Fall Loop
United States > California > Mariposa County > Curry Village
Loop hike from Curry Village to Nevada Fall via Happy Isles Bridge, Merced River, John Muir Trail, Mist Trail, Vernal Fall and Clark Point in the Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #River #Falls #Nature #Forest #Park #Yosemite
Distance: 14.3 Km • Elevation gain: 1,153 m • Maximum elevation: 1,849 m
Vernal and Nevada Falls Loop
United States > California > Mariposa County > Curry Village
Distance: 11.8 Km • Elevation gain: 910 m • Maximum elevation: 1,846 m