You'll definitely want to stay on the summit a while to soak in the panorama, so get an early start on this hike and bring plenty of sunscreen because there's no shade once you're up on top. Not to mention the views back towards Tuolumne Meadows aren't too shabby either. The hike from Sunrise Trailhead to Clouds Rest makes for a strenuous yet rewarding day in some classic Yosemite wilderness scenery. Stopped at Yosemite Falls Point to take some pics the at Yosemite creek to soak our swollen feet before the brutal down hike of Yosemite Falls trail. The views from the north dome trail are amazing seeing Clouds Rest and Half Dome for most of the trail. The trail does become quite exposed towards the top, but is still wide enough to be comfortable (unless you have an extreme fear of heights).Īt the top, you will be looking SE into Yosemite Valley with stunning views of Half Dome all the way out to El Capitan in the distance. Just finished the hike yesterday from Tioga road to the valley. At this point you will be going up the backbone of Clouds Rest. Sitting at over 1,000 feet above Half Dome, Clouds Rest is one of the quintessential hikes in Yosemite National Park. This gradual terrain continues until the final 2 miles when the real climbing starts. Eventually, you will reach a plateau slightly before the turnoff to Sunrise Lakes. Sitting at over 1,000 feet above Half Dome, Clouds Rest is one of the quintessential hikes in Yosemite National Park. (Photo: Natalie Comins/Moment via Getty Images) Length: 5.14 miles. Scenic view of Illilouette Falls and Half Dome from the trail overlook, Yosemite National Park. Starting out from the Tenaya Lake trailhead will save you crowds on the trail and the trouble of driving into the congested Yosemite Valley and fighting for parking spaces.Īt the start, the trail climbs quickly through the High Sierra, passing pine trees and monstrous white granite boulders along the way. The Best Waterfall Dayhike in Yosemite National Park: Nevada Falls Loop. If you know about this hidden gem however, you're in luck. The "younger" brother of the world famous Half Dome, Clouds Rest is in fact a solid 1,000 feet taller despite receiving significantly less attention.
Hiking Clouds Rest is an all-day endeavor, and inside of this post we dive deep into the trip logistics to plan your own successful Clouds Rest day hike in Yosemite National Park. This hike is far less crowded than Half Dome and doesn't require permits for day hiking. The Clouds Rest hike is one of the best hikes in Yosemite and offers you epic views of Half Dome once you reach the summit. Enjoy incredible panoramic views of Yosemite Valley.
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