Mist Trail
ANY
MED
YES
Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Scenery: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Mileage: 8 mi
Region: Yosemite NP
Elev. Gain: 2,487 ft
When to Go: May—Oct
Avg. Time: 4.5 hr
Parking: Large paved lot
Type: Lollipop
Pass: America the Beautiful or $35
Know Before You Go:
This is otherwise known as the Vernal and Nevada Falls Trail; expect large crowds and start early! This is one of the most popular hikes in the entire park.
Start clockwise to avoid descending the slippery stone stairs; return via the John Muir Trail.
The waterfalls will be at their most impressive in late spring.
It is called the Mist Trail for a reason, you will get wet as you pass the first falls!
