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Michael B.

This is one of the most famous rocks in the country. That's somewhat thanks to the film Free Solo, but also thanks to beauty of its facade. It is a towering monument as you enter Yosemite Valley. There is a trail that reaches the base of the rock where you can begin scaling the wall, and there is also a trail to the top if you're willing to hike a very long way to it. It's a beauty no matter what angle you view it from.

Gabe J.

Yosemite is an amazing place for everyone. We came on Friday, December 30, 2022 and it was raining, it wasn't too crowded, you could stop and take amazing pictures and walk to the woods but not el capitan or a few other places were closed to hike because of weather, regardless it was a great famiky

Mickey H.

This granite gem is so huge that stopping anywhere along the side road will give you that awe satisfaction. I didn't personally climb this rock (it looks strenuous and scary) but sure did admire it from the bottom. Some do say that the best view would be from Bridalveil Straight because you can spot a heart shape granite on El Capitan. A must see and a sight that won't be missed. PS: Remember, that an advance booking reservation is required to visit this park due to COVID.

Břöœķ Ķ.

Words cannot describe... do it. Park off Northside and hike it right to the mountain. I loved it, it's beautiful and could only dream of climbing it although I did climb/boulder a little. This was my bucket list item, all of Yosemite is beautiful!!!

Itty bitty climbing addicts.
Sharon P.

So you can't go to the Yosemite Valley without stopping at El Capitan. The awe inspiring granite monolith is a sight to be seen. I'm not a climber by any stretch of the imagination, I get dizzy climbing stairs so this monster is out of bounds for me, but gazing upon its massive face was not only breathtaking it was downright awesome! It takes a minute or so for your eyes to adjust so you can locate the climbers, if you have a telescope it's much easier to spot them. On this day a park ranger set up a couple telescopes that focused on climbers in various points in their climb. The statement "no mistakes" was at the forefront of my mind as I witnessed their endeavor. The sheer size of El Cap is appreciated when you compare it to the tiny climbers and their 3-5 day quest to reach the top (unless you're one of the super humans who have climbed it in under 3 hours!) Truly remarkable. But that's not all, there are loads of trails and hiking paths even one that will drop you at the top of El Cap if you're up for a difficult 16-20 mile hike (extra miles if you want stunning pics of the other granite giants like Clouds Rest, North Dome or the famous Half Dome.) Again, not something I'd do, but I absolutely appreciate those who call that trek a hobby. The Merced river, the flora and fauna and the wilderness is all around you so bike rides, picnics, hikes and simply enjoying the great outdoors and of course.....the silence are options. So much to do here, you can easily make an afternoon of it. If you've never been, you must go.

Pull off on the way into Yosemite Valley
Jacqueline T.

This is a stunning rock structure that you can get some great views of from the side of the road. We stopped at pull offs along the road both on our way into Yosemite Valley and our way out of the valley. You can also get good views from further away at Tunnel View and Sentinel Dome. This is one of the main iconic sites in Yosemite, so you definitely won't miss it and don't have to work hard to see it either.

SW Face Closure. Peter Pan east to the Dihedral.  For nesting Peregrine Falcons.
Kym S.

This iconic rock is worth every mile I had to drive from LA. My rock climbing group said, "It'll be fun . . . " and it was. By far the greatest challenge I have had yet. While I did not climb even half of the face, I did take some amazing photographs We went to Yosemite at the perfect time. Cool breezes, sunny days and snowcapped mountains. We arrived before the summer tourists and crowds. Arriving right before sunrise offered us the most optimum viewing of the sun coming over the mountains as we drove through the tunnel. El Capitan in Yosemite are not only worth the trip, next time I think I'll stay longer.

Stefanie C.

What simple splendor! I went to Yosemite with a few friends, and one of them works for Apple. She's a little obsessed with El Capitan as a landmark... and I think as an iOS? The first day we were there, the sun was going down, and it was the perfect timing for photos. There's an open prairie on the way to Yosemite where you can stop and take gorgeous pictures of this monolithic rock. Mind you, the prairie CANNOT be found on the way back from Yosemite. We drove around for awhile and concluded that the hard way. I'm not sure if people scale El Capitan, but the idea sounds horrifying. Just looking at it from a distance is good enough for me. It was one of my favorite attractions on my Yosemite visit. Absolutely breathtaking. Photos don't do it justice, so go see it yourself.

Kaori M.

One of the iconic scenery in Yosemite Valley. I hiked up here from Yosemite Upper fall trail and El Capitan Trail. Out and back 16 miles, 4000 feet elevation gain. It is possible to see other Yosemite's famous peaks, such as Half Dome and Clouds rest. The top is not as vertical as Taft point, but still nice to stand there.

Vladmir T.

The Mother Rock Of Yosemite! El Capitain is famous for its monolithic stance that makes Yosemite National park as famous as it is. Rock climbing that brings people from around the country and the world to scale these walls! There is a campground near the climbing area for climbers. It's pretty crowded but the place to be if you are there to climb! This is a must see if you love nature. it's fame is well deserved!

El Capitan. Beautiful.
Noreen D.

It was breathtaking! The drive was beautiful despite the fire damage. The waterfalls and the raging water was beautiful. Go!

Perfect shot
Grace L.

Looks like a huge rock but it's so gorgeous in pics lol Its massive and beautiful. Can not explain. Actually got the best shots on the road while driving with the top open. A must see and on the way out of Yosemite for us. Great ending.

Half Dome in the early AM on the Upper Yosemite Falls trail
Rudolph B.

This is a hike review to the top of El Capitan from the Yosemite Valley. December 2, 2017 Left Elk Grove at 3:30 am, arrived at Camp 4 campground 6:15 am. Started hiking at 6:40 am (sunrise), it was 27 degrees outside, but with no wind it was very nice. I took my beanie and gloves off within the first 10 minutes of hiking because my body was heating up and heart a-pounding. Reached the top of Upper Yosemite Falls lookout/overlook at 9 am. We took some photos there as well as on our way up at "Oh my Gosh" and other areas. This is my 3rd hike to the top of Upper Yosemite Falls this year that I didn't take but a handful of photos on the way up, though we did pause to take in the scenery. The only time we were cold was when we were at the falls lookout where it was extremely windy. After the lookout we refilled a water bottle across the bridge going towards North Dome and then hiked back across the bridge to continue the trail towards El Capitan. There was a lot of snow on the trail at this point from a previous light snowstorm that we had to hike through in different spots. Reached the top of El Capitan at 12:15 pm. Had lunch, took some pics and relaxed for about 30 minutes total. It's roughly nearly 8 miles to the top of El Cap, and the elevation keeps your heart motoring even when hiking downhill. Left the summit at 12:40 and hiked backed down and reached our car at Camp 4 at 4:00 pm! The hardest part of this hike in my opinion is the return downhill. It's a long day hike nonetheless, but without trekking poles it can be brutal on the knees. The good news is that once we started walking around on flat ground again in Campground 4 our knees felt much better. It's basically walking downhill for 3+ hours...it gets old and tiring, where your body just wants an uphill climb. I don't recommend doing this hike late in the season due to the low Yosemite Falls runoff, cold temperatures (when your not moving), and sun setting around 5 pm which means you need to be constantly moving. We were pretty much moving all the time as we didn't want to hike back in the dark. My Samsung S7 phone showed 46,283 steps and 19.42 miles hiked and 3032 calories burned! Enjoy my other Yosemite National Park hike reviews!

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Hite Cove Trail

Hite Cove Trail

4.8(6 reviews)
21.4 km

Beautiful trail just outside of Yosemite off of Highway 140 in El Portal. My husband and I hiked…read moreabout 2.5 miles of the trail mid June. The whole trail is 4.5 miles one way- about 9 miles round trip if you want to go all the way to Hite Cove. We wanted to go all the way to the end, however temperatures in the canyon rise fast during the summer and it was easily 100 degrees by noon. The trail follows up above the Merced River. There were a few times when you can get right down to the river. About 1.5-2 miles in, there is a section with rocks that looks like it is made for jumping in the river. The trail is entirely single track with some areas with steep drop offs. Make sure to pack plenty of water, sunscreen, and bug spray. There is very little shade and the trail is almost completely exposed. To find the trail, just look for the Red Bud Lodge and park right across the street. There is a sign that points just to the trailhead next to the lodge. I would recommend to come as early as possible if you are coming in the summertime.

Considering that everything else in El Portal is some pee stained remnant from the Sears catalog,…read morewe didn't have high hopes for the 'trail' that came recommended. It's not that encouraging as you drive up either. Seems very average and nondescript. As it was our first night in the greater Yosemite area, we definitely wanted to get out and so we went for it. In retrospect, I would say it was one of the nicer hikes we went on. You walk high above the Merced River on a narrow trail amongst wild flowers and with a beautiful view of the mountains. The power of the river and the beauty of the land impressed all of us. It and easy/intermediate hike. One drawback is that it's not a loop. So you can go as long as you want (to the end even) and come back. We went and hour and turned around. Recommend.

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Hite Cove Trail - Overlooking the Merced River

Overlooking the Merced River

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Chilnualna Falls Trail - View from the trail

Chilnualna Falls Trail

4.6(18 reviews)
20.5 km

2025 Apr 29: Chilnualna Falls Trailhead, Yosemite National Park (5 of 5)…read more Description: Chilnualna Falls is a series of waterfalls totaling 690 feet (210 m), located on Chilnualna Creek in the southern section of Yosemite National Park. Chilnualna Falls consists of five tiers ranging from 30 to 300 feet (9-91 m) in height. The first tier is 90-120 feet (27-36 m) high. The second is a 30-foot (9 m) high cascade. The third and largest is 300 feet (91 m) high. The fourth is 60 feet (18 m) high. The final tier is a 180-210 foot (54-64 m) high cascade. The trailhead elevation is approximately 4,000 feet (1,200 m), and the trail reaches the main portion of the waterfall at 6,200 feet (1,900 m). The trailhead to the falls is in the northeastern portion of Wawona, at the end of the paved portion of Chilnualna Falls Road. *public info Chilnualna Falls 5 large cascades slide through and over large granite formations above the Wawona basin - water here is fullest in spring and early summer. This strenuous trail allows for you to view the Chilnualna Falls cascades in many locations along the hike and also rewards you with expansive views overlooking Wawona Dome during your uphill climb. It is a strenuous hike, but well worth it - for its views of the falls and Wawona Dome. Directions: From the South Entrance, drive towards the roundabout - continue at 12 o'clock. Take Wawona Road. Drive Past Wawona Hotel. You'll soon come to a bridge. After the bridge - turn right onto Chilnualna Falls Road. Keep driving past houses, school, library & market. There is parking right before you reach the Chilnualna sign. A public toilet is further down the road from the parking area. Hiking Distance: 9.65-miles round trip (CalTopo mileage) I think the links online show 'where the crows fly', so the distance is shorter, plus they may not include the multiple switchbacks. Length-of-Time: 5 to 6 hours if you're not stopping to rest or enjoy the views Elevation Gain: 2,400 ft (732 m) Difficulty: Challenging. This is not for the faint-of-heart. Because of the steep mountainside - there are many switchbacks. You definitely cannot climb straight up the mountain. The paths can be as narrow as one-foot wide on the rugged terrain. A misstep could see someone tumbling down the mountain into the waterfall. Along your hike, you'll go past several sections - man-made steps (some steep and narrow), through the forest, over several streams, and switchbacks (some steep and slippery). Highlights: Stunning waterfalls, beautiful scenery, and peaceful sections. The sounds of the first waterfall can be heard even before you reach the sign to the trail. As you hike up the mountain, some of the waterfalls may sound muffled - but don't give up. The waterfalls are your reward - the sounds of the waterfalls nudge you on. The views are exhilarating. The highlights also include the trees that stood majestic over hundreds of years, and the wonderful smoky cedar scent of Yosemite. Tips: 1) Start early. Preferably before 6:30 am. 2) Wear layered clothing so you can peel off a layer or two on your way up. 3) Bring plenty of water. Dehydration sets in pretty quickly. 4) Pack emergency items just in case. 5) Pack a light lunch. 6) Wear hiking shoes, not walking shoes. Yes, they're different. I wish I could share the sounds and sights of the rushing waterfall with you, but trust me when I say you need to make this hike up Chilnualna Falls - at least once in your life. It's been worth every pain in my muscles to do it at least once a year. Cheers!

This review is for Chilnualna Falls Trail which was a ~7.7 miles round trip that took ~6 hours to…read morecomplete in the snow. Chilnualna Falls Trail was located near the south entrance of Yosemite National Park; away from the busy Yosemite Valley. Lower Chilnualna Fall was a short ~0.2 miles and gets crowded at this particular spot. For the most part, the trail was a steady incline on dirt and rock with snow at higher elevations. In addition, there were a few downed trees over the trail. Overall, stunning views throughout this hike! There was a ~3 minute walk from the parking to the trailhead. Restrooms available at the parking area. Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/jACscCHBcOg

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Chilnualna Falls Trail - 2025 Apr 29: Chilnualna Falls

2025 Apr 29: Chilnualna Falls

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Carlon Falls Trail - Wildflowers, May 2023

Carlon Falls Trail

4.5(4 reviews)
25.0 km

Really beautiful river trail that ends at a spectacular waterfall, not too far from Hetch Hetchy…read more Carlon falls trail begins outside the Carlon Day Use area with a small roadside lot. If it's full, you can park, for a fee, in the day use area. That's $10, cash only. There was a remarkably clean pit toilet as well as some picnic areas in the day use area. The trail itself is easy to navigate and only goes one direction along the river and to the falls. It's mostly flat and well shaded, until the end when you have to scramble up a rocky hillside. In May 2023, the cascades prior to the falls are running pretty intensely as were the falls. The surrounding forest was a bit gloomy as it's recovering from the Rim Fire. Still, the tall trees, new growth and some pops of wildflowers made for a fun hike. You also get some lovely river views. My fitness tracker put it at almost 3.5 miles. Nice little side trip when in the area and don't want to go from Hetch Hetchy down to Yosemite valley but still want to get some miles in.

Beautiful trail and absolutely beautiful waterfall. This trail is not a long trail but the…read morewaterfall is what we came here for. We went hiking here last August and we will definitely come back to hike it again. Yosemite is one of our favorite places in Cali to go to for adventurous hiking day trips. Just absolutely breathtaking sceneries and Carlon Falls is no exception. It is before the entrance fee to the park, so that is a plus. If you go hiking here during Summer make sure to bring your swimsuit and jump in the water for a cool down. Come early because parking is not the greatest. Minimal parking space...plus the later you come the more crowded it gets. Enjoy!

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Carlon Falls Trail - Downstream from Carlon Falls

Downstream from Carlon Falls

Carlon Falls Trail - Downstream from the falls

Downstream from the falls

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Panorama Trail

Panorama Trail

4.7(19 reviews)
6.4 km

BEWARE TOURISTS. THIS HIKE IS NOT FOR YOU…read more I'm in my thirties and not an avid hiker. I'm not going to sugar coat this review because of the views. I'm going to be brutally honest about this trail, which changes from nicely paved dirt path to treacherous piles of jagged rocks (sometimes slippery if you're at Mist trail) that you need to figure out how to get down or up (depending on what direction you are taking) without falling and hurting yourself badly. Also, keep in mind there are other people sharing this path with you in the opposite direction so you not only need to navigate through the treachery of the rocks but also the people sharing them with you. I had planned to do the four mile trail (from Glacier point) because it was shorter but the Glacier point gift shop employee Jeremy said he had done this hike in 2 hours with his 40 year old mom and all he took was one water bottle with no problem. LIES!! The other gift shop employee Olivia said panorama trail was longer but definitely easier than four mile because it was less steep and all downhill. MORE LIES!!! Its because of what they both said that changed my mind to switch from four mile to panoramic trail. This trail is labeled as strenuous but should have "treacherous" added to it. There are parts of the trail where there are no signs and you lose your way because there is no clear path on where to go. At Vernal Falls, after you cross the bridge, you have to walk up a huge slab of rock to figure out which direction to go to continue on (you go right). It was late in the afternoon for us so there wasn't anyone around for us to follow. The bad signage, or lack thereof, was frustrating. If you see squiggly marks on the map (that you can get at the visitor centers) it means you have to walk down jagged/slippery rocks. 99% do not have rails. You could fall hard on your way to Neveda Falls or fall straight down slippery rocks at Mist trail (your shoes will get wet--mine were completely soaked). Some of the trail were paved dirt roads (which was what I was expecting, including the switchbacks) but many parts of this trail were just rocks stacked on top of rocks done by Yosemite staff to create a challenging hiking experience. You are climbing down these rocks for miles non stop. Your knees will hate you. There are no bathrooms. The first bathroom is at Nevada Falls. The first place where you will see a water fountain to refill your water is after Vernal Falls on the Mist trail and before you reach the Happy Isles Nature Center. After you reach the Happy Isles Nature center, you still have to walk a bit to the #16 shuttle stop. Our driver was ending her shift so she was making select stops. Thankfully she stopped at stop #8 to the Yosemite Valley Lodge where we had left our car. We got to our car by 8pm and took off for our hotel by 830pm. We were exhausted and now had to drive home down a winding trail to exit the park in the dark. It was a tough drive back to our hotel and we didn't expect to have a day like this. This trail is not all downhill from Glacier point. You have a good 2 miles of steep uphill hiking. There was not a lot of shade in the day hours during summer. I carried with me 3 waters, 1 gatorade, 1 snapple (bought at gift shop located at Glacier Point) and it was not enough to last me the 9 hours it took for us to complete this trail. I recommend bringing more if you plan to do this complete 9 mile route. Also, I recommend bringing a walking stick (or buying one at the gift shop for $22.99) and a bucket hat for $32.00). These are definitely worth the investment or added weight to your gear because in the 90 degree heat and the treacherous areas of the trail you will be so thankful to have had them. All in all, the waterfalls started to look the same to me. Illilouette Fall and Nevada falls looked very similar. If you want to get misty, do lower yosemite falls and walk towards the bottom of the falls (off trail) instead of Vernal Falls. Or take shuttle #16 and walk to Vernal Falls instead of seeing it from panoramic trail. In my opinion this trail was not worth the energy, sweat and tears. I was more impressed by Igazu falls and Niagara Falls when I visited them. I thought this trail would be like others I've taken when visiting other National parks or International parks. I thought it would be a cleared dirt path. I was WRONG. If you want to get great pictures of everything from Panoramic trail, I recommend breaking up your trip in two. First trip: park at Glacier point, walk to Illilouette Fall, then turn back. Second trip: take shuttle to #16 stop, walk Mist trail to see Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall. In my opinion, this is a much less strenuous and treacherous itinerary and you can see everything you would have seen on the Panoramic trail without the pain and stress.

1. This hike has been called by many as the most beautiful hike in Yosemite. Ok, if not many…read morepeople, at least me, who has done almost all the hikes in this park, except Half Dome. 2. We drove in just as Glacier Point was opening for the season in May 2015 . This year being El Nino with huge snowdrifts, Glacier Point road will be closed until June 2016. 3. We did both the Taft Point and Sentinel Dome hikes, using the single pit toilet bathroom at the trailhead, just in time ahead of a bus load of hikers. 4. Drove to nearby Glacier Point, overrun with tourists, checking out the views of the Yosemite Valley 3000 feet below, taking in awesome sights of El Capitan, 2425' Upper and Lower Yosemite Falls, tallest waterfall in North America, before heading onto the Panorama Trail. 5. Hardly a person on the Panorama Trail at 7,200 feet elevation, with an in your face view of Half Dome. This massive granite mountain is an awesome sight, dominating the landscape. 6. The trail becomes a series of downhill switchbacks, through vast forests of trees. In the distance we can see Vernal and Nevada Falls coming closer, roaring full blast in the late Spring, but disappearing by late Fall. 7. We walk along the edge of a cliff, fronting the Yosemite Valley, somewhat similar to walking along the south rim of the Grand Canyon. Great photographer's spots everywhere, of Half dome, and the two waterfalls, framed between the trees, as we go downhill. 8. Walk down the path two miles to the Illilouette Fall, and then on the John Muir trail to Nevada Falls, and then to Vernal Falls, and down the 700+ granite stairs of the Mist trail. We go past the Vernal Falls footbridge, onto the lower mist trail, all alongside the raging Merced river, swollen by the melted snow of winter. 9. People wade in the water in the summer, when the falls are a trickle, only to slip on the wet rocks, and fall into the river and become one of 200+ people each year who need to be rescued, and taken out on a stretcher on an equipment cart on the paved Lower Mist Trail 10. The entire trail is 8.5 miles one way, starting at 7,200 feet and ending at 4,020 feet elevation, taking about 8 hours, open from June to October. 11. We walk only two hours, one hour from Glacier Point, and one hour back, taking in the best views of the Panorama trail -the time limit for the wife before making another pit stop! 12. We come back in time to enjoy a awesome view of the sun glimmering on Half Dome, and then the sunset on the Dome, before a harrowing drive in the darkness along the winding Glacier Point mountain road at night, with speeding tailgaters close on my tail.

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Panorama Trail - Half Dome from the Panorama Trail

Half Dome from the Panorama Trail

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Yosemite Family Adventures

Yosemite Family Adventures

4.6(11 reviews)
6.5 km

Dave is AMAZING! We had the best day with him on our private tour of Yosemite. He is so fun,…read moreknowledgeable, a great conversationalist and made the day fabulous. I had the best time and felt like we got to really see Yosemite and get to know the park. I would 100% recommend booking with him and his company. Hands down the BEST!!

I cannot say enough about David and the two days he spent with us in the park. It was our first…read moretrip to Yosemite and David planned two great days that really gave us a feel for the incredible natural beauty that surrounds you in the Valley. While you can only see so much in two days, his skillful guiding made the most of that time covering the multiple waterfalls in the valley, the Sequoia Grove, Hatch Hatchy and many others. He is a self taught naturalist and gave us just the right mix of park history and insights into the floral and fauna. He also balanced our hiking so it was challenging enough to keep me interested but not to difficult that Thelma could not enjoy it as well. He was also terrific about assisting her through some of the more difficult and rocky sections so she was never uncomfortable. His planning was simply impeccable and more than worth every penny as we could never have enjoyed as much as we did on our own. There is just no substitute for having a professional guide a Dave was as professional as it gets. Simply cannot thank him enough and more highly recommend him to anyone who wants an extraordinary experience.

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Cathedral Lake in the High country of Yosemite

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Jumping for excitement in Yosemite.

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