Bridalveil Fall

Short hike that's suitable for families, with a very slight elevation rise. There are spots where you can go inside the water stream but you can reach the fall itself without going into the water. Keep in mind - To get to the fall there's a short section at the end where you have to climb and walk through some rocks. Very underrated location in Yosemite! 5/5

Awesome falls, don't forget to come with a swimming clothes because you can get into some water here at the end. But before you get there, you will need to clib some huge rocks. Great for young people, older people will look at it from a far.

Located on the Southside Drive of Yosemite valley, is this beautiful site. Easily accessible, Parking available. You can go on a Hike or just settle down to take pics.

It was majestic! It was a short hike up to the falls. Wind makes the mist fall all over the rocks so be a little careful, Hike difficulty: 4/10. Parking was very difficult during the weekend as expected, but its worth the hassle. We visited in June and the weather was perfect. November was also good, but jackets are a must!

During our spring break, we visited Yosemite National Park for just one day. It was raining, and there was a winter storm warning that night, but we still wanted to visit Bridalveil Fall. Despite the wet ground, the short hike to the viewpoint was easy and absolutely worth it. As one of Yosemite’s most famous waterfalls, Bridalveil Fall was unforgettable up close. My kids definitely loved it.

Stunning and super easy hike to view the falls up close for the entire family! Strongly recommend visiting

Bridalveil Fall is stunning and easily accessible, with a short, pleasant hike leading right to the base. The mist and roar of the waterfall make it an unforgettable experience. A must-visit spot in Yosemite!

Bridalveil Fall is an absolutely stunning waterfall and a perfect introduction to the beauty of Yosemite Valley. It’s the first major waterfall to greet you as you enter the valley, making it a memorable welcome. You can also catch a breathtaking view of it from Tunnel View – one of the most iconic vantage points in the park. There’s ample parking nearby, making it easily accessible for visitors. If you’re lucky with the wind direction, it adds a magical mist effect that’s perfect for photography. Whether you’re just driving through or stopping for a closer look, Bridalveil Fall is definitely worth the visit.

Bridalveil Fall trail is a fairly easy hike to a waterfall that you can see from afar with a photo opportunity! There is parking right outside the trail with public restrooms along with information about the trail. If you are searching for a short and fairly easy hike, I'd say this is a good one to add to the list!

When you are in Yosemite make sure to visit Bridalveil Falls. Its awesome and you can see it from the parking lot. I got there early around 6:30am and was able to enjoy it with minimal people. The trail to the falls is paved and its a short and easy walk to get to the bottom. The mist of the falls will hit you and it feels great. Definitely worth a visit.

This was my first time visiting Bridalveil Falls. It's a short drive from the tunnel view. You can also see the waterfall from the tunnel view parking lot. What an amazing waterfall, just a short 0.8 mile walk from the parking lot. You'll come across the stream connecting to the waterfall. It's such a beautiful place to sit and enjoy the beautiful views and sounds. I sat there for a few minutes to appreciate all the beautiful surroundings. Once you get to the end of the trail, you'll be able to get some great pictures of the waterfall and feel its mists. Breathtaking!

I think anywhere that you go in this park you're gonna find something beautiful and something wonderful about it however, this waterfall certain times of the year can be a little underwhelming because if there's not enough water flow, it's just kind of like a drip in the rocks, but if you go during maybe the winter time or right before the summertime, you might get a really good view of the full falls.

Lovely, short hike to the falls. The waterfalls actually appear "misty" and not as big up close as when you view it from afar.

This review is from our visit on August 2, 2025. We were happily surprised to find water at the falls this late in the summer!

Bridalveil Falls is an no brainer. This is a must see when visiting Yosemite. The falls are lovely and you can see them from the parking area so you don't even have to get out of your car if you don't want to. For people who have mobility issues or are in a hurry or are exhausted or whatever, this is a great stop and it can be quick or long. If you want to see the falls up close, the walk itself is short and easy to do and it is even dog friendly. You can get some great photos and feel the mist from the falls or just enjoy the sounds of the falling water. There are also lots of clean warm bathrooms available in the parking lot and a location to fill up your water bottles. Easy, convenient, beautiful nature and all the necessary amenities...what more could you ask for?

How does a reviewer give Mother Nature anything less than 5 stars when standing in awe in the middle of Yosemite Valley?! I can't possibly imagine. This was my first winter visit to Yosemite and I hope it won't be my last - simply gorgeous! Some controlled burns were being done today, so the smoke wafting through the magnificent evergreens added to the ambiance and imagery. The fresh layer of snow was powdery and picturesque. Well done, Mother, well done indeed! Cheers! CC

One of our stops every time we are in Yosemite. We always visit in the summer but this year we came for Christmas hoping there will be snow. Unfortunately it's not snowing but Yosemite is still beautiful with its falls and rock formation. The sunrise and the sunset is magical here. Bridalveil Falls is a very family friendly stop, a shot and easy hike to see the falls close by. There's plenty of parking and clean restrooms. My entire family enjoyed the time spent here. It's breathtaking even during off season. The flow is slow but still very nice to look at. A must see while in Yosemite

It's been almost 10years since I've been to Yosemite. Decided to take a spontaneous trip over the weekend to see some snow. The winding roads may cause motion sickness. But the views are beautiful and breathtaking. We stoped at Bridalveil Falls since there was a rest stop, and the trail to the waterfall was short and doable with a toddler. We came alittle after noon and there was a snow storm coming. We made sure we had our snow cables and the entrance fee was $35. The rangers were nice and informative. The views were beautiful. There was a great amount of snow and it was my first time driving through a snow storm. The atmosphere was very relaxing and refreshing just breathing in the cold winter air and enjoying mother nature and the peaceful sound of the waterfall... it was pure zen. I wish we could have stayed longer but we were afraid we would get snowed in and didn't want get stuck. Restrooms were clean. Highly recommend.

Bridalveil falls is back open and beautiful. The water level is very high and the waterfall is very full. Go early, it is very popular. Parking can also be a problem, but well worth the difficulty,

Bridalveil fall is one of nature's wonders that is more beautiful when you see it in person. The ethereal flow of the falls is breathtaking and even better is how short the hike is from the parking lot to the money shot viewing spot. At the time of our visit there was a healthy amount of construction to clear out an area of what appeared to be a new or alternate walking path to reach the falls. As of today 20Aug20, the original path is closed while the rejuvenation continues...but you still have a great view of the falls from the parking lot. Which reminds me - next road trip we need to bring folding chairs and walking sticks (a beginner mistake, but a lesson learned.) I've got a knee that doesn't cooperate (usually at the most inopportune times) but one of the many great details of the valley is the abundance of easy or super easy hikes...everywhere. And more often than not viewing the sites can be done from your car or only a very short walk. And even more awesome is this: I snapped a couple of shots outside of the walkable/hikeable viewing areas that are better than the ones I shot right up close! Our visit was in September so the falls weren't flowing at their peak, but Bridalveil Falls happens to be one that flows year round so you can witness the veil pretty much any time of year. We postponed this years' trip to next year, until then I'll hold onto the fond memories and beautiful scenery in my heart. God Bless our National Parks!

I really enjoyed the mild and short hike to see this waterfall, although I am not a big fan of nature but I do enjoy forest, creeks and waterfalls more than other nature things. One of our guided tour stops was here, a lot of people were hiking all around even on the rocks in the river. We were told specifically not to get on any rocks so we just followed the trail to get to the bottom of the waterfall. The entire trail was so beautiful with trees and waters, it was so green and I loved it! I guess it's called Bridalveil cause the waterfall was rather long and thin. But it's a lot bigger early Spring cause the snow melts around that time each year. I did a lot of walking outdoor than I am used to but I really enjoyed it. I liked the shades from the trees so it wasn't warm or too sunny for me. This is definitely one of the prettiest waterfalls in Yosemite!

Short easy hike, paved for those like us with little a who may need a wagon or stroller. It's the first waterfall once you get to the Yosemite Valley floor, so I suggest you park once you see the signs and do a short trek to the bottom of the Fall. It was super crowded when we went, but kids loved it. You see the bottom of the fall and the gushing river where we picked a spot for lunch.

This falls is right in Yosemite Valley. It's very easy to get to. It's a short walk from the parking lot. It's maybe a couple tenths of a mile to get to the falls. It's slightly uphill but very short. The falls was pretty even in October. This one still had water flowing from it (unlike Lower Yosemite Falls). There was also a good view of it from the road going into the valley around where you can see El Capitan. I thought it was worth the quick stop to see this falls.

wowowowowowowowoww.. Just godly.. cant just express the joy by writing this review.. you have to be there and feel it.. you can get pretty close to it, and almost get fully drenched.... The walk way from the parking is a little difficult for elderly persons, who cant walk much. and it can get cold up there.. have a jacket handy.. i went without a jacket, and almost froze me.. and you are going to be wett.. which will make you more colder :) Overall an amazing experience.. A MUST TO VISIT in YOSEMITE..

Ok I'll admit we weren't here at an optimal time of year. My fiancé and I visited Yosemite over Labor Day weekend to hang out with our friends and find ceremony and reception venues for our wedding. On the list was Bridalveil Falls, which was the least impressive stop. Because we visited in early September, there wasn't much water in the falls. Super disappointing. I'm not sure I'd even want to see the sights during "high season" because the rest of the scenery wasn't very breathtaking. The spot where wedding ceremonies are allowed to happen was far away from the actual water, and it was barely visible. You have to walk up a short trail to get a closer look. Apparently when it's gushing water, you can feel a nice mist. My friends and I parked in the main lot and walked the short distance to see the ceremony spot and falls. It's part of a longer trail that we had no interest in walking. That day was our chill part of the Yosemite trip. Quite honestly, I think there are more impressive sights to see.`

We came to Yosemite National Park at the end of October and knew it wouldn't be the best time for park waterfalls. But the fall color and fewer crowds made it the perfect time. We weren't sure whether any of the falls would be flowing with it being low season for water right before winter. So we were pleasantly surprised to see Bridalveil flowing when we were up at Tunnel View. We drove back the next day to see the falls up-close. It was quite pleasant. Having spent three decades in Oregon, which has many spectacular waterfalls less affected by seasonal flows, Bridalveil wasn't as showy, but we still were glad to see it.

We parked on a Saturday morning and walk to the falls. The parking was ample and close to the lot. The scenery was beautiful and breathtaking. While walking, I could see the falls. Very cool to see it afar. I didn't finished going to the fall because I got sidetracked by fall colors on the trees and trees.

Have to give it five stars....the waterfall was breathtaking....we did not do the hike to the falls. There are four separate hikes.We were at are vista point by the river. The river was very wide at this point. Just beautiful and slow moving. Wish I had a chair and a pole....look out rainbow trout. The area around is so pristine and clean. There aren't any trash cans around due to bears. So everyone is doing a great job of not littering. If you stop here or take the hike it is well worth your time!

Gorgeous waterfall with lots of spray from the wind! Feels so good to get misted after hiking! We hiked part of the valley loop trail and after 3 or 4 hours the cool water mist was refreshing and powered us on the next few hours of our hike. This is a popular waterfall since it is so easily accessible so be prepared to walk a little slower than you're used to as the walkway may be full even on weekdays. Plan to park in a larger lot farther off and either hike here or take a free valley shuttle to avoid the few angsty drivers who honk even when there's nowhere to go since the lot is full. We were so grateful we parked elsewhere and walked here!

The National Park Service is doing a bit of a disservice when they hand out a "Yosemite Valley Hiking Map" and the only reference to Bridalveil Fall, refers to it as an "easy (flat and short)" half mile hike from the Bridalveil Fall parking area. It is, but it doesn't have to be. You have legs and feet and if you're ambulatory try a little harder. Or a lot harder. A stop on the El Capitan shuttle (free), E5, lets you out near the Valley Loop Trail. Follow this trail towards Bridalveil Fall and you'll reach the same short trail as those coming from the Bridalveil Fall parking lot, in about 1.8 miles. You'll see more, experience more, and actually move your legs. It's called hiking. Not to be snarky, but I met someone in the jacuzzi at my hotel who had described his day in Yosemite. He "drove through the Valley". If that's all you can handle, okay, but I can't say that's the same as "experiencing" Yosemite. So, even if you're not a hiker, this is an easy 1.8 miles with the hardest part coming right near the beginning, when you have to figure out where the trail is and which way to go (you might ask the shuttle driver to point you in the right direction). Be armed with maps, follow signs for the Valley Loop Trail, and shortly these will turn into signs pointing you to Bridalveil. (Yosemite, in general, could stand far clearer signage). The hike (and the one from the parking lot) land you at the base of Bridalveil Fall which is misty and pretty but not the best view of the fall itself. That can be had later, from Cathedral Beach, along the Merced River. The number of people that "hike" to Bridalveil from their parked car is a discouraging statement about humanity but it's good to know - assuming you care - that there's another way to get there, one which will give you a bit more credibility in my eyes and one which should be manageable for most able-bodied individuals. So do it; take the long way.

The falls themselves are 5 Star. The hike is 0 Stars. Hence the 3 star review. This waterfall is best viewed from the Valley floor or from Tunnel View. It's pretty windy near this fall, so the water gets blown around, and at times doesn't even reach the stream below. Hence the name bridal veil. It's a short, crowded walk to the base of the falls. The parking lot is always full. The trail is always full of people. There is always a line for the bathrooms. LAs you hike - The closer you get to the base, the wetter it becomes. By the time you reach the base, you are in a rain shower. You can't see anything. You are getting soaked. You have a thousand dollar camera around your neck that is getting wet. And there is nothing to take a picture of. And there are tons of people there all complaining that it's wet. Instead of taking the turnoff to the base of the falls, you can walk straight to a little bridge crossing the stream. But there really is no view at this point either. My advice is to skip this place altogether. Admire these falls from afar.

There are four hikes. Hike #1 is the one you're supposed to do. It's a shady paved 1/2 mile trail to the base of the falls. Anyone can do it. Stephen Hawking can do it. On the wettest season (very rare), you will be drenched once you leave your car. On a normal wet month, the water spray will soak the path like rain, or maybe like sprinkling. On dry seasons, it's like Betty White trying to spit. Hike #2 is the one you're not supposed to do, but stupid people do it anyway. They climb over the fence and past the "Climbing rocks can be dangerous" signs, maybe because it's forbidden, or an actual activity (hike #1 is like walking through the Star Tours line), or a photo op. Hike #3 is the one I like to do, and not recommended unless you are alert, strong, have good shoes, and don't mind stupid risks that can lead to injury and/or death. You basically go past the kids and start climbing the boulders, wetness permitting. The moss and water make them slippery, and the mountains of sloped trees are so dizzying it's easy to get disoriented if you have bad depth perception. Very foolish, but the dizzying view is incredible and one payoff is a natural water slide into a pool of water (at least there was in 2003). Hike #4 is the crazy one, and only possible during a dry season. And, trust me, despite the heat, and the lack of water, you need to be prepared and bring a waterproof poncho because you can climb the boulders and actually get to the bottom of the falls. Once it was a very shallow pool, and you could only get near it. Once it was so dry that it turned to mist clouds once it reached the bottom.

15 tips for enjoying your visit to Bridalveil Falls. 1. We always stop by Bridalveil Falls on our way into the Yosemite Valley, as it is right at the end of the Valley loop, and too far to walk from Yosemite Lodge at the Falls. 2. There is a parking area with bathroom facilities at the start of the trail to the falls. 3. On sunny Saturday afternoons the parking lot can be completely filled with daytime visitors, with cars parked on the road outside the parking lot. 4. Today on a Sunday afternoon in March, the parking lot is only half full. 5. The trail to the falls is paved, with a slight incline, and no stairs, but definitely stroller friendly, and probably wheelchair accessible. 6. We hike up the trail about 200 yards to reach a point near the base of the falls. 7. Signs warn tourists not to climb onto the boulders overlooking the base of the falls, but groups of teenagers and young men trying to impress their girlfriends climb all over the boulders. 8. Last year at this time, the falls were misting like crazy, getting everyone wet below. 9. The falls are at their peak at this time of the season in mid March, but today on a day with no wind, there is very little mist from the plunging water. 10. A great day and site for taking pictures. You can't get this close to the other falls. 11. Bridalveil falls runs year around, although it is a trickle in the late fall, before the snow starts. 12. Yosemite falls runs dry by late June, and this drought year may run dry even earlier. 13. Years ago during the El Nino years I remember the parking lot being flooded in March, from the runoff of the Bridalveil Falls. 14. 2014 may be the year that Bridalveil falls runs dry before the winter.

We came here on Thanksgiving when it was drizzling, so it wasn't the best weather for hiking. But, it was still a nice short walk to the Falls - I wouldn't say it's super spectacular but it's nice! We were traveling with my parents and our dog so we needed to be sure it was not strenuous or long. What's nice about Bridalveil is that it's near Tunnel View and a very short and easy walk. Definitely stop by and take a look!

Short Hike To A Beautiful Waterfall.... Slippery rocks so be careful! Granite seems to be the slipperiest rock I ever encounter! This is an easy hike to a beautiful waterfall. The end is some light boulder hopping to get to the base. Important tip: go early to avoid us crowds. 8am there is nobody there... 11am and there are 5,000 people there and good luck getting picture without a crowd of people blocking what you are here to see.

We wanted to do a mini-hike and see a waterfall therefore we ended up here. It was a beautiful stroll to the falls. Since, we went during the off-season, it was not crowded at all. We managed to take some photos and just enjoy the calmness of the scenery. Definite must see when you go to Yosemite!

My wife and I first came to the Yosemite Valley before we married, when we were dating. She told me that there was a legend that if we walked to the foot of Bridal Veil Falls we would eventually marry. I laughed, we took the hike and now we're married.... Who knew?!? This is the best winter in many years and the falls all over the valley are pouring full force! Magical and beauty not to be missed.

Very short hike to the waterfall. I've never seen so many people hiking to a waterfall and crowded over the bridge at the waterfall! If you want a closer look at the waterfall you have to hike and climb over boulders and jump over rocks to get better photos of the waterfall.

Bridalveil Falls is the first waterfall you pass if enter the park from Highway 120, 140, or 49. It is very easy to find, just follow the signs. There is a somewhat large, very crowded parking lot for the falls. The walk to the falls is a very short stroll with a little bit of incline. Bridalveil Falls was out in full force in May. You will get a nice misting standing close to it. There are signs telling people not to stand on the boulders underneath the fall, but plenty of people do it anyway. No thanks, I prefer living. A must see stop on the way in or out of Yosemite. If are looking for a waterfall that is easy to see and doesn't require much effort to get to, Bridalveil Falls would be my first pick.

"The world is big and I want to have a good look at it before it gets dark."-John Muir. If you are looking for an easy hike to a waterfall, Bridalveil falls is it. We chose to come to this part of Yosemite because it is the friendlier areas for dogs. My dog loved this hike. He got to pee on all of the forest trees he has never smelled before. We came back to Yosemite because I still had the entrance ticket that was good for 7 days from when I hiked Vernal Falls a week ago. The Vernal Falls hike was strenuous, tumultuous and fairly difficult and took a few hours but absolutely worth it to see the emerald pool, gushing waterfall and never ending rainbow. This hike was literally only a thousand steps which is about 5 minutes and right after the tunnel so you do not have to drive far. Along the way, you will see Merced river. We got to bridalveil falls and it looked like a bride's veil coming down the mountain. I'm still amazed at everything in Yosemite no matter how often I go. The waterfall wasn't my favorite part. My favorite part was when I got to play in the Merced river or stream and dip my feet in the water. Bathrooms are basically porta potties here. I refuse to use porta potties, but when you gotta go, you gotta go. The only qualm I have is that it is overly crowded in the summer. I was trying to take a picture and two different families got in front of me to take their pictures. Rude! It's more like 3.5 stars instead of 4, but my dog loved it so let's round up. Pictures don't do it justice.

Bridalveil falls was very pretty. The trail for it was closed, but there were alternative trails that were available. It is a smaller waterfall, and gets larger when it rains. If you are in Yosemite I would suggest just checking it out for a small time.

A totally different feeling hiking in the dark here than during the day when the sun is out. At 5pm it was pitch dark Christmas night just last night. I stared at the raging waterfall and I was both stunned and grateful at the same time. I was here about 4 years ago but tonight this hike is different. The water from the fall was more than a mist hitting us from where we were standing. My clothes was almost wet if they werent waterproof. My hair was soaked. I was thinking I would look awful for Christmas dinner tonight. But that thought disappeared almost immediately-who would be here enjoying this very peaceful moment right in the middle of total darkness infront of this raging veil of water? Not many people I should say. There was just me and company. With our headlights off we stood on the granites steps and just stared in total awe. The waterfall was white in it's fury. Loud in it's rage and very awe inspiring in its beauty. Right now the entrance to this beauty is not allowed from the trailhead but reachable from Nevada Falls on the way down/out. The trail is covered with snow and ice from the Nevada Falls side. So pretty dangerous hence the decision by the park to close the area It's a dangerous beauty at night...but you will cherish the hike more if you decide to meet the bride at night...

How can you come to Yosemite and not visit all of the waterfalls? With a quick half a mile walk from the parking lot to the fall, it makes for an easy and necessary stop during your visit. Certain seasons may be unsafe to rock scramble closer to the falls, but mid August renders the perfect conditions to get up close and personal. You can even swim in the pool at the base! Venture further up and you can get a more private view of the second tier. Also the most difficult part of this hike was trying to find parking mid day!

There is a big difference going to Yosemite in April and going in September. There's a lot less water. But at least with Bridalveil Falls, there was still water in September. Yosemite Falls was completely dried up. I mean, Bridalveil Falls was a mist/trickle, but there was water. I don't really consider this a hike. Right after Tunnel View, you will come upon the Bridalveil parking lot. Once you park (there are toilets at the parking lot for a potty break), you take a nice short stroll, like 10 minutes, and your at the lookout for Bridalveil Falls. The rocks are slick around that area, we climbed them to get a closer look at the fall, so be careful! My best friend even slid down the rock like a slide!

I did this hike on end of April 2014, right after the ice / snow melt. Weather is nice but could be cold in morning especially close by the water. I spent good 30 mins there. This trail is really short, flat and easy. You might get wet at waterfall.. Great views for pictures along the trail. You will find a lot of photographer taking pic of water steam.

Bridalveil Falls is one of the waterfalls you'll see on your right hand side as you enter the Yosemite Valley from the south side of the park. You can't miss it - a great sight to see, and an easy walk to the bottom of the waterfall. If you have the right shoes, you can scramble over some rocks to get a closer look and even experience some of the mist from the waterfall. :) It gets busy and crowded, so best to arrive early or later in the day. A fun short walk for families and people of all ages. There is a parking lot for the waterfall, or you can park along the street.

We visited winter February 2019. It's soooo beautiful. Dress warm and be cautious of where you walk. It's a little slippery especially the closer you get to the fall.

Get up close and personal with a waterfall! Sounds like a cheap ad that says "too good to be true". But believe it; it *is* true. It's an easy paved quarter-mile stroll from the parking lot, I think it's wheelchair accessible. When you get to the end of the trail, there's nothing separating you from this big waterfall that runs all year. How wet is it? Usually not too wet. But me, my wife, and our Australian Shepherd took the hike in April once, all the falls were running full on, and we couldn't see the falls because of all the spray. We got wet, and our long-haired dog kept shaking herself to get dry. Yes, people do climb those rocks when they're dry to get even closer to the waterfall. Do NOT try this when they're wet. You can have a great time visiting Yo Valley without doing this walk. But it's so accessible, takes so little time, and is so awe-inspiring that this should be a part of anyone's trip.

Definitely a must-see in Yosemite, especially since you can get close enough to be misted by it! (Careful though, that's a potent mist... It ups your chances of getting married!) The path to Bridalveil is really quick and easy; people were bringing dogs, toddlers, and even strollers up to it. It is pretty crowded, but it's a nice 10-20 minute excursion to see one of Yosemite's icons on your way in or out of the park.

This was on my list of things to see during my weekend in Yosemite. It has been painted and photographed countless times so I had to see it with my very own eyes. It's across the valley of El Capitan, it's 617 feet high with a wide opening. You take a short but minorly steep trail to it's base where in the month of April, you will sprayed over and over again and if you stand there for more than 5 minutes, you will be soaked. It's definitely a beautiful sight to see and you must be careful if you're climbing the rocks, you will be swept away. You can take dogs on the trail as it is paved. I've read somewhere that if you inhale the mist of the fall, it increases the chance of you getting hitched. Also, it's scary to imagine the myth of a woman (Pohono, I believe) to have been swept away in these waters and plunged off the edge of the fall. I don't want to get married THAT bad! The earlier you get in the park, the less busy it'll be. In the early afternoon you'll have to wait for parking spot to open in the lot and there will be a line for the restrooms. You can bring your dog to this. It's paved!

This is a great spot to go with family. Getting to the fall is very easy, you park and walk a few feet and the fall is there. The view is amazing! If you feel like being more adventurous you can climb the rocks and get closer to the fall which is what we did. Climbing the rocks was tough I have to say plus it's VERY dangerous! Make sure you have grippy shoes, you don't want to slip and fall. We got so close to the fall the mist was pretty intense. Plus there's a river on the way there where you can sit and take pictures. After we were done with the fall we sat on a rock near the river and ate a sandwich. It's an awesome spot for pictures and great for the whole family. I wouldn't even consider this a hike so if you're looking for something to do that doesn't take much energy this is it!

I loved how accessible this Vista point was vs others. You can just drive up and park, take some pictures of the gorgeous falls, hike near it easily, play in the woods, see water and a bridge and enjoy the beautiful view and weather. It wasn't a crazy long drive up like glacier point albeit different scene but easy, slow, accessible. Beautiful. Will definitely stop here again. Such a big park and long drives everywhere. This is a must stop for us.

It's considered to be the easiest hike on all the falls in Yosemite Park. Once we get there, the water is dry due to summer weather that our group were able to hike Bridalveil Falls all the way to the top. Couple of rocks, I thought I was going to die, it was slippery. But due to Mr & friends encouragement I was able to make it. What a great feeling!

Bridalveil Falls is pretty close as you are coming in or out of Yosemite Valley. From the field/parking area, it's a short, easy, walk (approximately 10 minutes) to the falls. My family had driven ~4 hours to get to Yosemite so this was a nice way to get up and walk around before heading to Yosemite Valley. You can hear the falls all the way through the path, which is quite nice. Lots of children and adults climb the rocks right under the falls, although obviously they have signs below warning you against doing just that. I've seen photos where the falls had more water, but when I went (late May) there was not quite as much water -- however, I thought that gave the falls more of a "bridalveil" look if that makes sense.

Nice fall, walk up to the bottom, get wet, take pics! Check out the two trees "making out" (see my pic)

It was so beautiful view waterfall and forests love to see blue sky over area and walk long way look around so beautiful place

Bridalveil Falls is iconic. So iconic. So crowded in peak seasons. It is a .25 mile walk from the parking lot to get here, so there are a ton of people here due to its accessibility. I came in June after a rainy year, so the fall was really flowing. It was loud and amazing and majestic and the waterfall is just perfect. As is a theme with me, cynical introvert, the people kinda wrecked it a little bit. Classic humanity. It's not the fall's fault. It is still over there being perfect. It was annoying HOW MANY people climbed up REALLY far up the rocks, despite signs saying not to because it's super slippery and people have DIED, people telling their kids to go farther down the line for pictures, people pushing with selfie sticks...it was not a super pleasant experience from what should have been/would have been/could have been serene and powerful. So folks, please appreciate the falls for what it is--a powerful and beautiful fall that requires responsibility when visited in order to maintain its beauty (don't dump your trash for GOODNESS SAKE) and your own safety, as well as to make it a better experience for us all.