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Glacier Point via Four Mile Trail in Yosemite National Park

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 the trail is strenuous, the sweeping panoramic views, including sights of North Dome and the Royal Arches, make the effort rewarding. Whether taking in the scenery from Union Point or reaching the final destination at Glacier Point, the trail offers a mix of natural beauty and historic charm that makes it a must-do for serious hikers. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Overlook #Nature #Yosemite

  • Distance: 4.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 4,114 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 7,244 ft
  • Elevation loss: 876 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 3,999 ft

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  • Distance: 4.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 4,114 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 7,244 ft
  • Elevation loss: 876 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 3,999 ft

About this trail

Name: Glacier Point via Four Mile Trail in Yosemite National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Southside Drive, Yosemite Lodge, Yosemite Village, Mariposa County, California, 95389, United States (37.73368 -119.60223)

End: Glacier Point Road, Curry Village, Mariposa County, California, 95389, United States (37.72749 -119.57416)

Coordinates: 37.72749 -119.60223 37.73693 -119.57308

Topography: Mariposa County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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🔥Fast-Boil Camping Stoves - Efficient cooking systems for quick trail meals
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