Mist Trail, Yosemite National Park

Name: Mist Trail
Address: Yosemite National Park, United States

#14 among attractions in Yosemite National Park

Hiking, Hiking trail

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The Mist Trail is one of the most popular short hikes in Yosemite National Park, California, USA. The steep hike follows the Merced River, starting at Happy Isles in Yosemite Valley, past Vernal Fall and Emerald Pool, to Nevada Fall. ()

Length: 7 miMinimal elevation: 4000 ftCoordinates: 37°43'37"N, 119°32'38"W

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Mist Trail – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vernal Fall, Nevada Fall, John Muir Trail, Emerald Pool.

~180 ftN
Cascading waterfall with valley views
Vernal Fall, Yosemite West
1 min walk • Nestled within the majestic landscape of Yosemite National Park, Vernal Fall is a breathtaking waterfall that captivates the hearts of travelers from around the globe. This stunning cascade in California is a powerful testament to the natural beauty that the park has...
0.6 miE
Cascading waterfall with trails and views
Nevada Fall, Yosemite West
16 min walk • Nevada Fall is a breathtaking natural wonder nestled in the heart of Yosemite National Park, near the charming city of Yosemite West, United States. This majestic waterfall is one of California's most spectacular sights, cascading a dramatic 594 feet down into the...
0.9 miW
Hiking, John Muir, Hiking trail
John Muir Trail, Yosemite National Park
23 min walk • The John Muir Trail is a breathtaking trek through the Sierra Nevada mountain range, primarily within the wilderness of Yosemite National Park, United States. Named in honor of the naturalist John Muir, the trail is a haven for hikers and nature enthusiasts.
~630 ftNE
Natural attraction, Nature, Lake
Emerald Pool, Yosemite National Park
4 min walk • Emerald Pool is the name of several locations.
1.3 miSW
Natural attraction, Waterfall
Illilouette Fall, Yosemite West
34 min walk • Illilouette Fall is a 381-foot waterfall on the Illilouette Creek tributary of the Merced River in Yosemite National Park. It is located in a small canyon that cuts into the south wall of Yosemite Valley directly across from Vernal Fall. The origin and meaning of the waterfall's name has been lost to time.
1.2 miNW
Natural attraction, Nature, Canyon
Tenaya Canyon, Yosemite National Park
31 min walk • Tenaya Canyon is a dramatic and dangerous canyon in Yosemite National Park, California, USA, that runs from the outlet of Tenaya Lake 10 miles down to Yosemite Valley, carrying water in Tenaya Creek through a series of spectacular cascades and pools and thence into a deep canyon...
0.7 miE
Natural attraction, Nature, Hill
Liberty Cap, Yosemite National Park
17 min walk • Liberty Cap is a granite dome in Yosemite National Park, California, United States which lies at the extreme northwestern margin of Little Yosemite Valley. It lies adjacent, to the north of Nevada Fall, on the John Muir Trail. It rises 1,700 feet feet from the base of Nevada Fall to a peak elevation of 7,080 ft.
0.6 miW
Nature, Cliff
Sierra Point, Yosemite National Park
16 min walk • Sierra Point is a point located in Yosemite National Park at the eastern end of the valley, below Grizzly Peak, on what is essentially the southern shoulder of Half Dome. The trail used to be quite popular, but was closed due to a rock slide in the 1970s. This was John Muir's favorite trail.
0.4 miNW
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Grizzly Peak, Yosemite National Park
11 min walk • Grizzly Peak in Yosemite Valley is a promontory on the southwest wall below the popular Half Dome. It can be seen on the hike to Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall, from northeastern Glacier Point, and various other locations in the Yosemite Valley.
0.9 miNW
Bridge
Happy Isles, Yosemite National Park
22 min walk • Happy Isles is a group of small isles in the Merced River in Yosemite National Park, California, USA. They are located at the easternmost end of the Yosemite Valley floor.
0.7 miNE
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Mount Broderick, Yosemite National Park
18 min walk • Mount Broderick is a summit in Yosemite National Park, United States. With an elevation of 6,696 feet, Mount Broderick is the 1573rd highest summit in the state of California. Mount Broderick was named for David C. Broderick, a United States Senator from California. There are rock climbing routes on Mount Broderick.

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Which popular attractions are close to Mist Trail?

Nearby attractions include Vernal Fall, Yosemite West (1 min walk), Emerald Pool, Yosemite National Park (4 min walk), Grizzly Peak, Yosemite National Park (11 min walk), Sierra Point, Yosemite National Park (16 min walk).

How to get to Mist Trail by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mist Trail:

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Valley Shuttle Stop #16 • Lines: Yosemite Valley Shuttle (25 min walk)