Nevada Fall

An absolutely breathtaking experience! I hiked to Nevada Falls in April, and it was one of the highlights of my Yosemite trip. I highly recommend starting early in the day — the Mist Trail gets busy later on, and an early start means you’ll enjoy the scenery in peace. Take the Mist Trail up — it’s steep and can be challenging at times, but the views are incredible with the mist from Vernal Fall cooling you down. Bring a rain jacket just in case, especially in spring when the falls are powerful and the trail is wet. After reaching Nevada Falls, I recommend coming down via the John Muir Trail. It’s a bit longer but much easier on the knees and offers fantastic panoramic views of the valley. In total, the hike took me about 5-6 hours including breaks for photos and snacks — definitely a moderate to strenuous hike depending on your fitness level. Other tips: - The trailhead for the Mist Trail is easily accessible via Yosemite’s free shuttle service (highly convenient!). - Wear good hiking shoes — the rocks can be slippery. - Bring plenty of water and some snacks. - A hat and sunscreen are also a good idea, even in April. One of the best day hikes you can do in Yosemite — highly recommended!

We did this hike in March end and it was covered in snow and mist trail was challenging with snow. We wore snow shoes cleats, which helped a lot. This was not an easy hike because of snow but it was all worth it with breathtaking views from top. One of our favorite hikes in Yosemite. Don’t miss it if you want the best views of waterfalls.

Great experience and awesome views! Nevada Fall is always worth the hike. The water was still flowing nicely, though not quite as powerful as it is in May or early June. Still beautiful. Trail update: The Mist Trail is currently closed for maintenance in some sections, so you’ll need to use the John Muir Trail to get to Nevada Fall. You’ve got two main options for the hike: • More strenuous route: Start by heading up to Vernal Fall. From there, continue on the portion of the Mist Trail that is still open to reach Nevada Fall. Then loop back down the John Muir Trail. It’s steeper but more adventurous. • Less strenuous option: Visit Vernal Fall first, then double back and take the John Muir Trail the rest of the way to Nevada Fall. You’ll still climb the same elevation, but the incline is more gradual and a little easier on the legs. Either way, you’re in for an amazing hike. Highly recommend!

The hike to Nevada Falls was amazing, combining adventure with stunning views that made every step worth it. Starting on the Mist Trail, we made our way past Vernal Falls, where the mist from the waterfall cooled us as we climbed the steep granite steps. It was a challenging ascent, but the excitement of being so close to such powerful falls kept us moving forward. When we reached the top of Nevada Falls, the view was absolutely breathtaking. The Merced River cascaded down with incredible force, surrounded by rugged cliffs and lush greenery that seemed to go on forever. Standing there, you could take in a panoramic view of Yosemite Valley, and the sound of the roaring water made it all feel surreal. For the descent, we took the John Muir Trail, which offered a different, more gradual path with fantastic perspectives of the falls from afar. It was the perfect way to wind down, allowing us to soak in the views without the intense climb. Overall, this hike was an unforgettable experience, showcasing the raw beauty and power of Yosemite. Nevada Falls is a must-see for anyone up for a bit of a challenge and ready to be rewarded with one of the most scenic views in the park.

It's definitely worth the hike. If you can only do one in Yosemite, do this one.!!!

Great hike! When you get to the restroom area, make sure to hike to the right to see the top of Nevada Fall. You can enter in the water and cool off; as well as see the top of the waterfall.

Spectacular fall and challenging hike. Feels satisfying after reaching on the top. Relax with great view and sound of the fall. Fresh water to drink from the stream. Nice bridge and area with shadow to relax after tiring hike. Amazing experience. If you are hike enthusiast, then this hike is must for you. Don’t forget to carry enough water and some food/snacks to eat.

What a hike, so serine and just the beauty of nature alone was a lot to take in. We hiked from Camp Curry to the top of Nevada Falls during part of our visit to Yosemite Nat. Park. The overall hike itself was moderately strenuous but the views are what kept us going. We did the 750 granite steps to the top and once you get up there you have a full view of the falls and can cool off in the water. I feel like we went at a decent time of year as well too, it wasn't crowded and it wasn't too hot either. Perfect hiking weather, plenty of gorgeous views, and overall a great hike. Watch out for the little spotted squirrels, they are very daring and try to take things right from your hand! I was eating and had to shoo them like flies buzzing around!