Top of Half Dome Hike
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Top of Half Dome Hike
Happy Isles Shuttle Stop #16
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park,
CA
95389
United States
+1 209 372 0200
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If you are in very good shape and willing to spend a long day hiking, the difficult trek to the top of Half Dome may be for you. It is considered extremely strenuous, with an elevation gain of almost 5,000 feet. Start at Happy Isle Shuttle Stop Number 16 and work your way through the crowds visiting Vernal Falls, and begin a series of switchbacks to the top. The trail rises and falls a fair amount until you get close to Nevada Falls and from there the trail continues to Half Dome. Be warned, however, that the last 200 yards up the back of the dome require you to use steel cable handrails as you scramble up. Roughly 600 people make this trek every day in the summer, but it is not easy. Be sure to bring water, and wear a hat as well as comfortable walking shoes or boots. The trail may be closed in winter. Since this hike can take up to 12 hours to complete, it is recommended that you start early in the morning. For your safety it is best to complete this hike before dark. Check website for more information.
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by Cyril on June 4, 2008
This is a grueling experience and one of the longer hikes I'll probably ever do, but it is absolutely a must-do before you die! The trip from the valley floor takes you through two majestic waterfalls along a beautiful river and provides sweeping vistas. The 360 view from the top is awe-inspiring and well worth the last ascent! If you leave early enough, you can have lunch up there - it's great! I recommend to take some iodine pills so you can refill your water bottles from the river along the way and avoid carrying too much weight uphill.