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| | Can’t wait to get out in the great outdoors, Mono Meadow Trail in Mariposa County, California is just what you need. Backcountry hiking here in California is a must. Backcountry hiking trails are glorious and plentiful in California, and among these are Mono Meadow Trail in Mariposa County. This trail is not that long but you should still bring some emergency supplies just in case something happens. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping. Mono Meadow Trail sees pretty high levels of precipitation; January is when you get the most rain here, |
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and the driest month is July. This walk shouldn't take more than 4.5 hours, but of course some folks walk a bit slower and some a bit faster. Mono Meadow Trail is a one trailhead wilderness trail, so you'll be backpacking it in and back out. Being 5.2 miles long it's a mid length
| | hike. Throughout the summer months here at Mono Meadow Trail, high temperatures typically get into the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures drop down into the 50's. Through the winter highs are in the 40's while Mono Meadow Trail night low temperatures through the winter are in the 20's. Mono Meadow Trail stays roughly within the same elevation zone the whole time, so you won’t have to worry about different climate zones along your hike. Each one of the many hiking trails of California has its own unique loveliness. Here in California backcountry hiking | |
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is the glorious thing to do. This is just one of a large number of wilderness hiking trails in this region. Mono Meadow Trail is positioned a relatively long journey from Madera, but it sure is a a splendid backcountry trail. The picturesque trails of the Central Sierra Nevada
are a really glorious way to spend quality time in the great outdoors. This trail sometimes gets very dry, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp fire. This wilderness trail has a total elevation difference of 1,019 feet
which is an average number. Mono Meadow Trail is a mid-length trail with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this wilderness hiking trail pleasant for the average backcountry hiker looking for an amusing adventure.
Briefly about the general area:
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you're here at Mono Meadow Trail it's a pleasant idea to go to Mono Meadow, and a brilliant place to go to close by is Illilouette Gorge. I don't want to stop, cause I'm havin' a brilliant time here at Mono Meadow Trail. Merced River - South Fork is a tremendous whitewater spot
in the vicinity of Mono Meadow Trail; if you haven’t been to Yosemite National Park, you have to schedule some time for it while you're here.
A pleasant tour to Pohono Meadow is a nice way to spend an afternoon, and a glorious place for whitewater paddling is Yosemite Creek.
A journey to Mono Meadow Trail wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Illilouette Falls, and you can stay the night at Upper Pines Campground. Be careful coming to the Central Sierra Nevada, you might not ever wanna return back home again. A quick trip to Illilouette Creek
close to Mono Meadow Trail is a good idea.
Yeah, come up here to the Central Sierra Nevada for a great time. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Vernal Fall. You'll need more than a day to discover everything Mono Meadow Trail has to offer, you can camp at Lower Pines Campground.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 37.6714, Longitude -119.5852
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 5.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 2 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
4.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3 hours
Total elevation difference: 1019 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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5 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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User input for Mono Meadow Trail, Central Sierra Nevada, Mariposa County, California:
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 Mono Meadow Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Mono Meadow Trail, Central Sierra Nevada, Mariposa County, California
Local climate location: CHERRY VALLEY DAM 5 miles away
      
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Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, Yosemite National Park
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5 miles away
As the closest property to Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Lodge is an idyllic spot for families, group retreats and visitors seeking to blend the comforts of a hotel while exploring the wilderness. In 1998,...
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Ahwahnee Hotel, Yosemite National Park
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5 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 façade, striking beamed ceilings, massive stone heart...
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Mono Meadow Trail, Central Sierra Nevada, Mariposa County, California
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| These outdoors activities are available near Mono Meadow Trail. |
| | Trails Near Mono Meadow Trail:
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Buena Vista Trail, Madera
County
, 2 miles away, 22.4 hiking miles, 2797 feet elevation difference |
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Panorama Trail, Mariposa
County
, 2 miles away, 7.1 hiking miles, 3896 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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Four Mile Trail, Mariposa
County
, 3 miles away, 3.7 hiking miles, 3869 feet elevation difference |
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Half Dome Trail, Mariposa
County
, 4 miles away, 11.6 hiking miles, 5142 feet elevation difference |
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North Dome Trail, Mariposa
County
, 5 miles away, 14.4 hiking miles, 4985 feet elevation difference |
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Yosemite Falls Trail, Mariposa
County
, 5 miles away, 9.4 hiking miles, 3958 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Mono Meadow Trail:
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Yosemite Creek, Mariposa County
County
, 7 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Tioga Pass Road to Yosemite Falls) |
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Merced River - South Fork, Mariposa County
County
, 8 miles away, Class V+ - 16 miles long (Upper) |
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Tenaya Creek, Mariposa County
County
, 8 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Super Slide) |
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Merced River, Mariposa County
County
, 10 miles away, Class V - 4.8 miles long (Routes 120-140 Junction to Arch Rock Entrance Station) |
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Big Creek, Mariposa County
County
, 12 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 1 miles long (Chowchilla Mountain Road to South Fork Merced River) |
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| | Hotels Near Mono Meadow Trail:
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The Ahwahnee, Yosemite National Park
, 4 miles away |
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dnc -- Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park
, 5 miles away |
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Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, Yosemite National Park
, 5 miles away |
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Ahwahnee Hotel, Yosemite National Park
, 5 miles away |
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Curry Village, Yosemite National Park
, 5 miles away |
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