In total, this hike is 7.3 miles round trip and takes between 5 and 6 hours.Ībout those waterfalls.The waterfalls in Yosemite are at their highest flow rate in the spring and early summer, as the winter snows are melting. You can also bypass the crowds hiking up the Mist Trail. By hiking down the JMT, you get that amazing view of Yosemite and it’s a little easier on the legs. Yes, the hike up the Mist Trail is more strenuous, but the view of Vernal Fall is amazing and getting soaked by the spray of the waterfall is refreshing.
To avoid the crowds on the Mist Trail (the Mist Trail is one of the most popular trails in the park and it can get very crowded during the summer months).įor the best experience, we recommend hiking up the Mist Trail to Nevada Fall and down via the John Muir Trail.To avoid the wet, slippery steps next to Vernal Fall.
The JMT is 4 miles one way compared with the Mist Trail, which is 3.3 miles one way. Shorter distance than the John Muir Trail.Some people find climbing the 600 steps fun.Refreshing with the mist coming off of Vernal Fall.In Summary Reasons to Hike the Mist Trail
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We explain how to do this later in this post.īut first, here are more details about each hiking trail. If you have plans to hike all of the way to the top of Nevada Fall, we recommend hiking up one trail and down the other. There is a third option, which is the best option, in our opinion. If you are not physically fit or dislike the idea of hiking up over 600 wet, stone steps, the John Muir Trail may be a better option for you. However, the Mist Trail is steeper and more exposed than the John Muir Trail. The views of this waterfall are unbeatable from here, and if the flow rate for Vernal Fall is high, there is a very good chance you will get wet (hence the name). The Mist Trail is the more popular of the two trails, for good reason.
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