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| | Here in the brilliant state of California trekking is a splendid idea. We all need to get out in the fresh air once in a while, and Half Dome Trail in Mariposa County, California is a good place for getting out. Half Dome Trail is not very close to Madera at all, but hiking trails like these are pleasant. No chance of getting bored in California if you like the wilderness. There are plenty of hiking trails in California; each one of them is picturesque in its own way. Of course, this is an overnight walk, 1.5 days normally, so better have big backpack to |
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fit all the stuff you need. Some parts of Half Dome Trail are much higher up than other parts of the wilderness hiking trail, and that means that some parts of the wilderness hiking trail could be very different from other parts of it. Half Dome Trail is a wet place that gets a
| | lot of rain; most of the rain falls all through January while July is generally the driest month. The total elevation difference for Half Dome Trail is 5,142 feet which is a higher than average number. This is just one of a large number of backcountry trails in this vicinity. Being 11.6 miles long; it's longer than many wilderness hiking trails. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in site. The length of this hiking trail is on the longer side with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this backcountry trail fine | |
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for hard core backpackers looking for adventure. Half Dome Trail is a one trailhead wilderness trail, so you'll be backcountry hiking it in and back out. At Half Dome Trail throughout the summertime highs are in the 80's. Summer overnight lows descend down to the 50's. High temperatures
during the winter are normally in the 40's, and overnight lows at Half Dome Trail during the winter generally descend into the 20's. Sometimes this wilderness hiking trail gets really dry, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go. The hiking trails
of the Central Sierra Nevada are the best way to enjoy these highlands. Keep in mind that this is a long wilderness hiking trail, so do pack enough food to last the whole trip. California has plenty of brilliant hiking trails; Half Dome Trail is one of them, and it's in Mariposa
County.
Briefly about the general area:
A pleasant place for whitewater paddling in close proximity to Half Dome Trail is Yosemite Creek, and since you're here why not take a look at Little Yosemite Valley. Whohoo, so much enjoyable stuff in one place! Half Dome Trail
is unbeatable! Why not camp at Upper Pines Campground since you're here at Half Dome Trail, and why not a little side visit to Snow Creek.
Lost Valley is a good location, and North Pines Campground is a magnificent local campground. Just can't get enough of the Central Sierra
Nevada. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Snow Creek Falls; a tour to Yosemite National Park is recommended. And that's not all the things to do here in the Central Sierra Nevada. Starr King Meadow is a great spot to check out, and don't leave Half Dome Trail without
first paying a visit to Nevada Fall.
You can run the rapids of Tenaya Creek next to Half Dome Trail, and of course Sunrise Creek is a charming stream that is worth a visit.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 37.7328, Longitude -119.558
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 11.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 4.6 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
1.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
6.5 hours
Total elevation difference: 5142 feet
The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park
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4 miles away
As a National Historical Landmark and one of the most distinctive resort hotels in North America, The Ahwahnee is well known for its great granite facade, striking beamed ceilings, massive stone heart...
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dnc -- Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park
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9 miles away
Wawona is one of the oldest mountain resort hotels in California and a National Historic Landmark. Its verdant meadows, rushing streams, and tranquility make this a favorite of those who prefer a rela...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Madera, California
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Madera, California, the metro area neareast to Half Dome Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Half Dome Trail, Central Sierra Nevada, Mariposa County, California
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| | Trails Near Half Dome Trail:
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Clouds Rest Trail, Mariposa
County
, 1 miles away, 18.8 hiking miles, 6803 feet elevation difference |
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Tenaya Lake And Tuolumne Meadows Trail, Mariposa
County
, 2 miles away, 10.8 hiking miles, 910 feet elevation difference |
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Mist Trail, Mariposa
County
, 2 miles away, 2.8 hiking miles, 1214 feet elevation difference |
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Panorama Trail, Mariposa
County
, 3 miles away, 7.1 hiking miles, 3896 feet elevation difference |
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North Dome Trail, Mariposa
County
, 4 miles away, 14.4 hiking miles, 4985 feet elevation difference |
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Buena Vista Trail, Madera
County
, 4 miles away, 22.4 hiking miles, 2797 feet elevation difference |
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John Muir Trail - section 1,
County
, 4 miles away, 18.5 hiking miles, 6931 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Half Dome Trail:
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Tenaya Creek, Mariposa County
County
, 3 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Super Slide) |
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Yosemite Creek, Mariposa County
County
, 5 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Tioga Pass Road to Yosemite Falls) |
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Tuolumne River, Tuolumne County
County
, 9 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 32 miles long (Tioga Road Bridge to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir) |
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Merced River - South Fork, Mariposa County
County
, 11 miles away, Class V+ - 16 miles long (Upper) |
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Merced River, Mariposa County
County
, 13 miles away, Class V - 4.8 miles long (Routes 120-140 Junction to Arch Rock Entrance Station) |
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| | Hotels Near Half Dome Trail:
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The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park
, 4 miles away |
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dnc -- Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park
, 9 miles away |
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Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, Yosemite National Park
, 9 miles away |
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dnc -- Housekeeping Camp, Yosemite National Park
, 9 miles away |
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Ahwahnee Hotel, Yosemite National Park
, 9 miles away |
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