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Nevada & Vernal Falls Yosemite Day Hike with REI
5 h
About this activity
Itinerary
Hike the Mist Trail on a guided hike in Yosemite National Park! On this classic Yosemite Valley route, you will visit two iconic waterfalls. The hike starts on the valley floor at Happy Isles and heads up along the dramatic cascades of the Merced River. The trail climbs gradually to a bridge where Vernal Fall first comes into view. We’ll admire the majesty of this 317-foot waterfall and continue on the aptly-named Mist Trail. Climbing a 600-step granite staircase built into the canyon walls, we top out with an up-close view of Vernal Fall from the top. We continue past Emerald Pool to a steeper climb to the top of Nevada Fall, nearly 300 feet taller than Vernal!
We’ll take it all in here, enjoying a trail side picnic lunch prepared by your guide. We return via either the Mist Trail or the iconic (and less crowded) John Muir Trail for dryer conditions and a fresh views of the Merced River.
Stop At:
• Vernal Falls Trail, Yosemite National Park, CA
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Hike the Mist Trail on a guided hike in Yosemite National Park! On this classic Yosemite Valley route, you will visit two iconic waterfalls. The hike starts on the valley floor at Happy Isles and heads up along the dramatic cascades of the Merced River. The trail climbs gradually to a bridge where Vernal Fall first comes into view. We’ll admire the majesty of this 317-foot waterfall and continue on the aptly-named Mist Trail. Climbing a 600-step granite staircase built into the canyon walls, we top out with an up-close view of Vernal Fall from the top. We continue past Emerald Pool to a steeper climb to the top of Nevada Fall, nearly 300 feet taller than Vernal!
We’ll take it all in here, enjoying a trail side picnic lunch prepared by your guide. We return via either the Mist Trail or the iconic (and less crowded) John Muir Trail for dryer conditions and a fresh views of the Merced River.
Stop At:
• Vernal Falls Trail, Yosemite National Park, CA
Included
- Professional Wilderness First Responder certified guide
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Use of 30 - 40 liter day pack and trekking poles upon request
- Trekking poles rental
- 1:7 guide to hiker ratio
- Lunch
Not included
- Gratuities
- Yosemite National Park Entrance Fee
- Transportation to Meeting Point
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Features
Tourism
40%
Cultural
40%
Sport
35%
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