Taft Point - Sentinel Dome - Glacier Point

From Sentinel Dome Trailhead, the loop begins among conifer forest, meadow and open granite before climbing toward Sentinel Dome, where the landscape opens to broad views over Yosemite Valley, Half Dome and the high Sierra. The route then swings toward Glacier Point, one of Yosemite’s classic overlooks above…

Distance: 13.3 mi • Elevation gain: 5,827 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,130 ft

Starting at Four Mile Trailhead in Yosemite Valley, the route joins the Four Mile Trail and begins its steady climb from the valley floor above the Merced River corridor. It first rises through forested slopes near Sentinel Creek, with early views opening toward Sentinel Rock and the meadows of Yosemite…

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 4,101 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,208 ft

From Yosemite Village, the route slips into the Valley Loop Trail corridor, moving through the quieter village edge toward Yosemite Falls views before continuing west below the Three Brothers and into the open floor of Leidig Meadow, where forest, meadow grass, and the Merced River alternate along the way. The…

Distance: 9.2 mi • Elevation gain: 699 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,068 ft

From Yosemite Valley, the Four Mile Trail climbs away from the Merced River through forested slopes and long switchbacks on the south wall of the valley, steadily opening views toward Sentinel Rock, El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, and the granite cliffs that frame the valley floor. Higher on the route, the path…

Distance: 9.4 mi • Elevation gain: 5,404 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,208 ft

The Four Mile Trail in Yosemite National Park provides hikers with a challenging yet rewarding experience. As you ascend the trail, you'll be treated to ever-changing views of Yosemite Valley, including dramatic overlooks of Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, and Bridalveil Fall, with distant glimpses of the Sierra…

Distance: 10.3 mi • Elevation gain: 5,262 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,208 ft

The Four Mile Trail in Yosemite National Park offers hikers a strenuous ascent from Yosemite Valley to Glacier Point, providing panoramic views of iconic landmarks. Along the route, hikers can observe the grandeur of El Capitan and Yosemite Falls, the expansive vistas of Yosemite Valley, and the impressive…

Distance: 10.0 mi • Elevation gain: 5,489 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,208 ft

Hiking the Four-Mile Trail to Glacier Point offers some of the best views in Yosemite National Park, with expansive vistas unfolding gradually as you ascend. Along the way, hikers can admire iconic landmarks like Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, and Half Dome, as well as the deep reaches of Tenaya Canyon. Though…

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 4,114 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,244 ft

Hike to Glacier Point and Union Point via Four Mile Trail in Yosemite National Park #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Yosemite

Distance: 10.1 mi • Elevation gain: 5,577 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,201 ft

Hike to Sentinel Dome in the Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Yosemite #Park

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 436 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,133 ft

Hike to Taft Point from Sentinel Dome Trailhead in the Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Yosemite #Forest #Nature

Distance: 1.3 mi • Elevation gain: 223 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,759 ft

Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Yosemite

Distance: 0.7 mi • Elevation gain: 594 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,241 ft

Mariposa County Hiking

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 4,734 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,208 ft