Drive to the best view in all of Yosemite. The Trail winds down the side of Glacier Point and can be difficult if you have had knee pains in the past. You also can earn points by contributing to trails with little or no content. 101 reviews. Ah, to be in my 20s again. $142.57 per adult. Great view, but wildfire smoke is everywhere and you can’t see half dome clearly as usual. Very easy walk to an absolutely beautiful view of Yosemite Valley. Hey! Took us a total of about 2 hours. This is doable in 4.5 hours. A few wilderness permits are available for those wishing to hike Half Dome and want to stay the night in Little Yosemite Valley. In Winter the road to Glacier Point is closed to cars, but strap on a pair of cross country skis or snowshoes and you should be good to go. Half Dome Rome2rio is a door-to-door travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. The trail crosses Illilouette Fall after 2 miles (3.2 km) and Little Yosemite Valley, situated between Half Dome, Liberty Cap and the Cascade Cliffs, and straddling the Merced River, is within close proximity of the national park's main valley. Once you get to the top, you will be rewarded with stunning panoramas of the entire Yosemite Valley and all its magnificent landmarks. Glacier Point to Yosemite Valley. The scenic hike to Glacier point from Yosemite Valley is over 9.6 miles/15.5 Km round trip. Gorgeous views throughout this hike of the entire valley. Conveniently located at the start of the path, take a quick stop here so that you can concentrate on the view when you get to Glacier Point, Accessibility: Grade Increases (Over 12% After This Point), Trail may not be accessible for wheelchairs and strollers past this point due to steep grade. stay here for sunset, went right at sunrise, saw very few people on the way up, saw a ton coming down. When looking out, here are a few things to note (from left to right): There is a waypoint on the map marking where the grade increases. Full-Day Small Group Yosemite & Glacier Point Tour Including Hotel Pickup. Glacier Point Trail is a 1.0 kilometer heavily trafficked loop trail located near Yosemite Valley, California that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. My girlfriend and a couple friends hiked to the top of Glacier Point. Well worth the effort! More info. Die Route ist am besten von Mai bis Oktober zugänglich. I have backpacking permit from Glacier Point to Little Yosemite Valley. Standing at 3,214 feet above the valley floor (and 7,214 feet above sea level), you truly get a chance to soak in all the valley has to offer: The panoramic view from Glacier Point takes in Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, and three waterfalls. The way the light hits the Valley and Half Dome is mesmerizing. Better to hike in the morning so that you can hike in the shades. To get a better view of the Yosemite Valley than the one from Glacier Point, you'd have to learn how to fly or how to suspend yourself in mid-air. Although it's not much of a hike, the view at the end of the paved walkway will leave you breathless. Visiting Glacier Point in Yosemite Valley. Wheelchair/mobility equipment and stroller users may not be able to navigate the full trail without assistance. Er führt entlang eines Flusses, durch schönen Wald und es gibt einen Wasserfall und oftmals Wildtiere zu sehen. I was planning on taking the bus one way to the top and hike from there. Fees are $35 per vehicle or $30 per motorcycle. Hey there I will be in Yosemite National Park May 23-28, 2015 and got a trailhead permit reservation for entry at Glacier Point--> Little Yosemite Valley on May 25, 2015 and exit from Little Yosemite --> Happy Isles on May 27, 2015. Qent through about 4 liters of water on the way. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/glacier-point-to-half-dome Top tip: If you start the hike in Yosemite Valley, this trail will connect with both the Mist and the Muir Trails. tough trail. It is about 15 miles until you reach Glacier Point. I stumbled upon a sleeping bobcat (!!) Views include Glacier Point, Illilouette Falls, Yosemite Falls. Awesome views, no traffic at all. Amazing! Views include Glacier Point, Illilouette Falls, Yosemite Falls. You can hike to Clouds Rest from Tenaya Lake (7 miles one way) or Happy Isles trailhead (9.4 one way), where you would start to hike to Vernal Fall, Nevada Fall or Half Dome. A Yosemite classic, probably the best place to be in the park at sunset. Half Dome stands proud over the Valley, but if you wish to stand proud (and a bit exhausted) over it, consider Hiking to Half Dome (16-17 miles round trip). Glacier Point offers the best view of Yosemite Valley, hands down. If you can’t do this trail, you should uninstall this app. Rome2rio makes travelling from Yosemite Valley to Glacier Point easy. The road ends at Glacier Point and it is a short walk to the viewpoint. If you want to stay overnight, reserve a spot in the Glacier Point Ski Hut where there are bunk beds (dormitory style), a wood fire, food, and good company. It was definitely less inspirational because of the thick smoke today. Trail Description Photos 1 2 3. Amazing views and no one on the trail! Glacier Point, an overlook with a commanding view of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, and the High Sierra is located 30 miles (one hour) from Yosemite Valley. A few wilderness permits are available for those wishing to hike Half Dome and want to stay the night in Little Yosemite Valley. Accessible from Memorial Day (May) to Columbus day (Oct). Waterfalls were spectacular. Panorama Trail, Glacier Point, Little Yosemite Valley, Illilouette Creek, Nevada Falls Just for reference. Glacier Point Road is also planned to be closed until 2022 due to road construction and during that time the only access available to Glacier Point will be through the Four Mile, Panorama, and Pohono Trails (all considered strenuous hikes). Vanaf de parkeerplaats loop je in een 5 minuten naar Glacier Point. Answer 1 of 10: I'm planning a half dome hike at the end of Sept. Highlights: Valley Views. Likely the most recognized feature in Yosemite, you could stare for hours wondering how Half Dome was formed (see the Geology hut for explanations). Very pretty and would do it again! Follow me on Instagram @naturenatephotography for photos and more! If this is the case, use your parking tactics you save for Christmas shopping season and loop the lot a few times-something will open up sooner or later as most people only walk to the point for a quick picture and a few minutes of ooh-ing and ahh-ing. Views on the trail are amazing and junctions are well marked. Permit Demand: High. We had to walk appx 3 miles back to our cars, so be prepared. Winter Vernal Fall Distance: 4.8 mi (7.7 km) one way to Glacier Point. Distance: 11.5 miles (18.5 km) one way. Downhill really gets your toes and knees! Trail Guide: Hiking Yosemite’s 4 Mile Trail to Glacier Point (3,250′ / 9.6 miles / 5-8 hours) Trail Guides May 21, 2018 I’ll admit it, the idea of hiking up a trail you can drive to the top of at times is a little strange but beyond the solid workout and sense of accomplishment, there’s something to be said for taking the scenic route– that something of course being the scenery. If you entered from the South Entrance, turn right onto Glacier Point Road from Highway 41. The distance from 4 Mile Trail to Little Yosemite Valley via … I also used to think I could hike just fine without a pair of hiking poles, which I considered the requisite sign of bad knees and getting old. More information can be viewed on the park page here: https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/glacierpoint.htm Very few people when we went. The restrooms, gift shop and snack bar located at the trailhead are all wheelchair accessible. 4 reviews. If you are interested in Geology, or simply amazed and stunned from the view from Glacier Point and cannot believe how something so amazing could have be created, head over to the Geology Hut which offers information about the geological history of Yosemite and how features such as Half Dome came to be. If you are entering on foot, horse, or bike the fee is $20 per person. The amphitheatre isn't anything like you may see in Greece, but it still deserves a quick walk through, if only to stretch your legs before you get back in the car. A trip to Yosemite is incomplete without a visit to Glacier Point! It took us a little more than 6 hrs up and back, and 3 liters of water for each person. The second half is a little steep. It is mostly flat with some steep sections as the estimated average grade is 4% and the grade increases to 20% for the last 0.1 miles. If you entered from the West Entrance (or were in Yosemite Valley) follow Highway 41 toward Wawona and Mariopsa Grove, and turn left at Glacier Point Road. This hike starts at the historic Glacier Point Trailhead, with sweeping panoramic views of the Yosemite Valley surrounding you for nearly the entirety of the hike. Glacier Point->Little Yosemite Valley Though slightly longer, this is an easier and very scenic hike along the Panorama Trail to Little Yosemite Valley. But not crazy. Hiked four mile trail to glacier point on 12/3. Unfortunately, the wildfire smoke is still thick and diminishes the views. The tour buses leave Yosemite Valley - specifically, the Yosemite Valley Lodge - for Glacier Point at 8:30 a.m and 1:30 p.m. We took it slow and finished our way up around 3.5 hours and down 2 hours. You can also purchase a park specific annual pass for $70. But still a nice vantage point of the valley. The campground has a bathroom and food storage boxes. Take heed to the elevation gain. If you want even more of a hike, check out the Panoramic Trail which will lead you towards Vernal and Nevada Falls before meeting up with The Mist Trail. It will take about six to eight hours and goes up to an elevation of over 3200 feet. Pohono Trail Glacier Point to Inspiration Point, Vernal and Nevada Falls via the Panorama Trail, Vernal und Nevada Falls über den Mist Trail, The Pinnacles and Cathedral Lake via John Muir Trail, Pohono Trail: Glacier Point to Dewey Point, Merced Lake to Half Dome Loop via John Muir, Pack and Cloud Rest Trails, 2020 AllTrails, LLC Alle Rechte vorbehalten. Vernal fall is one of the more impressive and most-seen waterfalls in Yosemite. Hungry? You may quickly realize that Yosemite can get quite hot in July and August, so head over to the concession stand for a cold drink or snack to get you through the afternoon heat. Pohono Trail Glacier Point to Inspiration Point, Vernal and Nevada Falls via the Panorama Trail, Vernal and Nevada Falls via the Mist Trail, The Pinnacles and Cathedral Lake via John Muir Trail, Pohono Trail: Glacier Point to Dewey Point, Merced Lake to Half Dome Loop via John Muir, Pack and Cloud Rest Trails, https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/glacierpoint.htm. My friend and I began our trek at Glacier Point in a pea soup fog, camped off Buena Vista and awoke at 4am to starry skies and silhouette of half domes back side. Organised Yosemite Tours from San Francisco. Aufgrund der Steigung und Distanz ist die Strecke als schwierig einzustufen. I started at 8:30 from Glacier point and saw only two people all the way to Nevada falls. Did this on 12/01/20, weather was clear highest at 60F lowest at 30F, put on three layers of coats worrying the mountain top would be cold but it turned out to be very sunny on the top and we wore too much. The trail is roughly about 2.5 miles down to the falls while crossing over several small creeks/falls. Hiked this trail from glacier point to Illouette falls. ... out of the Backcountry with their expensive freeze dried food no longer going to feed the ravenous many black bears of Little Yosemite Valley! My family and I went from Glacier Point till the Half Dome Village. What more could you ask for? You can also purchase a park specific annual pass for $70. 9.6 mi (15.5 km) round trip. It was nice to point out the different hikes we'd done this week. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/glacier-point-trail Did the hike mid May and the water levels where over flowing. I would rate it as a medium hike. Some ice near Union point so be careful! Glacier Point is a popular stop for many new visitors to Yosemite National Park on their way down to Yosemite Valley. A bit crowded but definitely worth finding and open spot to see the views. A lot bugs in the first 2 miles. Panorama Point is not marked but easy enough to find from the existing trail. It is still not clear when Glacier Point will open due to the Ferguson Fire. Be bear aware! Glacier Point is daarvoor een toplocatie. There are several longer trails that start at Glacier Point and wander back down into Yosemite Valley. Clouds Rest looks much higher than it is because of the immediate drop down to the Valley floor (its peak reaches 9,930ft). Please note: Little Yosemite Valley is a backpacker’s campground at mile 4.5 on the trail. Fees are $35 per vehicle or $30 per motorcycle. I loved this hike! Starting at Glacier Point, hikers can either descend into the Illilouette Creek Basin to camp or go to the Little Yosemite Valley backpackers campground. 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