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Clouds Rest Trail in Yosemite National Park

The Clouds Rest Trail in Yosemite offers hikers a rewarding, strenuous challenge with breathtaking views throughout. As you ascend, the landscape transforms from lush forest to open granite ridgelines, with expansive vistas of Tenaya Lake and the iconic Half Dome in the distance. The final approach to the summit features narrow, exposed ridges, providing panoramic views of Yosemite's dramatic peaks and valleys, making this hike an unforgettable experience for those who are up for the physical demands of the route. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Lake #Yosemite

  • Distance: 12.6 mi
  • Elevation gain: 2,864 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 9,813 ft
  • Elevation loss: 2,864 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 8,159 ft
  • Moving time: 5 h 26 m
  • Moving speed: 2.3 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.8 mph
  • Total time: 7 h 12 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 12.6 mi
  • Elevation gain: 2,864 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 9,813 ft
  • Elevation loss: 2,864 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 8,159 ft
  • Moving time: 5 h 26 m
  • Moving speed: 2.3 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.8 mph
  • Total time: 7 h 12 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 mph

About this trail

Name: Clouds Rest Trail in Yosemite National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Clouds Rest Trail, Mariposa County, California, United States (37.82573 -119.47002)

End: Sunrise Lakes Parking Lot, Tioga Road, Mariposa County, California, United States (37.82567 -119.47041)

Coordinates: 37.76759 -119.48966 37.82605 -119.45761

Topography: Mariposa County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Clouds Rest from Tenaya Lake

United States > California > Mariposa County

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

Distance: 12.0 mi • Elevation gain: 2,890 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,813 ft

Clouds Rest from Tenaya Lake

United States > California > Mariposa County

#Hiking #Yosemite

Distance: 11.7 mi • Elevation gain: 2,861 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,810 ft

Hike from Tenaya Lake to Olmsted Point

United States > California > Mariposa County

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 404 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,432 ft

Gear up for your next adventure:

🪶LED Camping Lantern - Bright lantern for camp lighting
🧤Tactile Hiking Gloves - Keep hands warm while operating GPS and smartphone screens
🛌Ultralight Sleeping Bags - Compact down bags for cold nights in the wilderness
📡Handheld GPS Device - Reliable handheld GPS for outdoor navigation
GPS Sports Watch - GPS watch for running, hiking and training

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