Yosemite Point via Upper Yosemite Fall Trail in Yosemite National Park
The Upper Yosemite Falls Trail to Yosemite Point is a strenuous hike that offers hikers panoramic views of Yosemite Valley, including iconic landmarks such as Half Dome and the Cathedral Spires. Along the ascent, the trail provides close-up perspectives of the majestic Upper Yosemite Falls—one of the tallest waterfalls in North America—with the opportunity to feel the mist and hear the roar of the waterfall. The final stretch to Yosemite Point rewards hikers with expansive vistas of the valley floor and the surrounding granite peaks, making the challenging journey worthwhile. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Waterfall #Overlook
- Distance: 8.6 mi
- Elevation gain: 5,823 ft
- Maximum elevation: 7,014 ft
- Elevation loss: 5,827 ft
- Minimum elevation: 4,012 ft
- Moving time: 4 h 29 m
- Moving speed: 1.9 mph
- Maximum speed: 10.7 mph
- Total time: 6 h 42 m
- Global speed: 1.3 mph
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Name: Yosemite Point via Upper Yosemite Fall Trail in Yosemite National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Coordinates: 37.74204 -119.60641 37.76135 -119.59288
Topography: Mariposa County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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