4 to 6 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
7 people
English
Nature lovers will cherish this opportunity to get up close to two of Yosemite National Park’s majestic waterfalls. This private, guided hike to Vernal and Nevada Falls will equip you with everything you need to take on the trails’ challenging terrain, including a daypack, trekking poles, and a picnic lunch. Your guide will provide information on the area’s history and geology while ensuring the safety of your journey.
Beginning at Happy Isles in the eastern end of Yosemite Valley, our trail climbs above the cataracts and rapids of the Merced River to a bridge over the river with excellent views of 317 ft. tall Vernal Fall.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
The next half mile is where the Mist Trail earns its name. Steep and slick, the trail ascends a virtual granite stairway through the thundering mist of Vernal Fall. In spring and early summer rain gear is recommended.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included