Best trails near Upper Yosemite Fall
4.7·19,127 reviews
Want to check out Upper Yosemite Fall from the trail? Good news: 15 trails will you get you there, including hiking, backpacking, and camping trails. Whether you're looking to hike, bike, run, or explore the outdoors in other ways, AllTrails has 29 scenic trails in the Upper Yosemite Fall area. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 15 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails through Upper Yosemite Fall are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
Top trails
1
(14599)
•Hard
•6.6 mi
•Est. 5h 21m
Enjoy the incredible views looking down from the top of Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in the continental US. Yosemite Falls, dropping 2,425 feet to the bottom of the valley from the top, is one of the most visited places in Yosemite National Park. The falls consist of three sections: upper falls, middle cascade, and lower falls. While most people only make the short trip to visit lower falls, upper falls is definitely worthy of visiting due to its panoramic views of Yosemite Valley...
2
(3366)
•Hard
•8.4 mi
•Est. 6h 21m
Yosemite Point is a great viewpoint that provides fantastic, unobstructed views of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, the Lost Arrow Spire and Yosemite's high country. To get there, you need to hike the Upper Yosemite Falls Trail to the top of the valley rim, cross Yosemite Creek, then follow the North Dome trail to the junction for Yosemite Point. This trail passes by the top of Yosemite Falls, which is also an incredible vantage point that offers incredible views. Trekking poles and sturdy boots...
3
(305)
•Hard
•17.4 mi
Make your way up the steep climbs to get a spectacular view of Upper Yosemite Falls as well as views of Half Dome and other peaks in the surrounding area. A steep climb is well rewarded with close-up views of Upper Yosemite Fall and distant views of Half Dome and other Sierra peaks. Get glimpses of the Yosemite Valley meadows along the way. The trail eventually leads to North America's tallest waterfall hovering a grand 2,425 feet above the ground!
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This is one of Yosemite's many...
4
(234)
•Hard
•15.1 mi
•Est. 10h 12m
This trail begins with a steep climb to the top of Upper Yosemite Falls. Be prepared for lots of switchbacks during this first section. Once you are at the top of Upper Yosemite Falls, you are greeted with incredible views of Yosemite Valley below. Continue on towards the summit of North Dome, where you have unobstructed views of Half Dome.
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This is one of Yosemite's many backpacking routes. While some can be done as a day hike, a permit is required if you plan on doing a multi-day trip....
6
(107)
•Hard
•12.6 mi
•Est. 7h 46m
One-way shuttle hike from Porcupine Creek Trailhead on Tioga Road. Hike from trailhead down Indian Ridge to North Dome. Excellent views of Half Dome and Yosemite Valley. Hike back from North Dome onto Indian Ridge and then head east to Yosemite Point, crossing a couple of small creeks and traversing some beautiful pine forests. From Yosemite Point hike down to the brink of Upper Yosemite Fall for a stunning view from the top. Trail then switchbacks down for over three miles to the valley...
7
(89)
•Hard
•12.5 mi
•Est. 5h 12m
This trail leaves from the Yosemite Creek Campground and follows Yosemite Creek, until terminating at the top of Yosemite Falls. There are incredible views from the top of the falls of the valley below and Yosemite's High Country. This trail can be difficult to follow at times, and downloading offline maps can be helpful. When the campground is closed, you will have to start this hike from Tioga Road, which will add mileage to what is mapped here.
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This is one of Yosemite's many...
8
(74)
•Hard
•21.7 mi
•Est. 9h 16m
This is a beautiful path that mostly follows Yosemite Creek to the rim of the Valley and Yosemite Falls. This trail drops about 2.6 miles through lodgepole pine stands before joining the trail from the Yosemite Creek Campground. The trail continues to parallel Yosemite Creek for another 3.3 miles before intersecting with the Yosemite Falls Trail which originates in Yosemite Valley, 3.5 miles below. Follow the signs to the overlook at Yosemite Point, a short distance to the east, for a glimpse...
9
(80)
•Hard
•12.1 mi
•Est. 6h 19m
A classic and unique trail, the North Dome Trail leads to the top of Yosemite Falls, one of the world's tallest waterfalls at 2,425 feet. It is a truly unique experience to stand so close to this mighty waterfall and see the smaller Yosemite Creek that feeds it. This long and extremely popular hike travels through sparse pine forest and has panoramic views throughout most of the route.
10
(50)
•Hard
•30.9 mi
•Est. Multi-day
The Full North Rim Trail travels up out of Yosemite Valley and along the northern rim of Yosemite Valley, visiting El Capitan, Eagle Peak, Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Point, North Dome and Basket Dome. Either Old Big Oak Flat Road or Snow Creek trailhead can be used. During the late summer months, be sure to check water flow levels as they can be low or non-existent and you may need to carry all your water with you. The route is generally completed in 2-3 days and there is a shuttle service that...
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Trail reviews for Upper Yosemite Fall
Great views today! But I believe that if the weather is nice, it must be stunning. Maybe next time.
Upper Yosemite Falls Trail
Challenging for people who don’t hike often, amazing views, make sure you pack enough supplies and water as the streams were pretty dried up in October. I recommend hiking poles as the switch backs on the decent can be quite dangerous.
Upper Yosemite Falls, North Dome, Indian Rock, and Snow Creek Trail
Best view of Half Dome I've seen! Bring plenty of water and/or filter at Lehamite Creek. That's the only place to get water this time of year besides Yosemite Creek. AllTrails is off a bit and said we were going downhill for about 1/2 mile when we were going straight uphill. And it suggested we had much more elevation gain overall than we actually recorded. Don't know which one was correct there.
Conditions: Bugs, Overgrown
North Dome via Yosemite Falls Trail
Did this trail on October 19 with two nights on the trail, #1 night sleeping at the northeast point of the trail after the uphill from snow creek, (water available in porcupine Creek and snow creek) #2 night on west "bump/dome" of north dome (water available at lehamite creek, Indian creek and Yosemite creek). Saw 2 black bears. An amazing trail with gorgeous views.
Parking: Entry fee, Free, Medium lot
Great views. Bugs and gnats were gnarly for like a half mile out the total 14 miles. I went through 3L of water easy, so bring at least that much, if not more.
North Dome, Yosemite Point, and Columbia Rock via North Dome Trail
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Upper Yosemite Fall?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Upper Yosemite Fall. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 15 hiking trails, 13 backpacking trails, 9 running trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Upper Yosemite Fall?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Upper Yosemite Fall is Upper Yosemite Falls Trail, which has a 4.8 star rating from 14,599 reviews. This trail is 6.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,254 ft.
What is the longest trail near Upper Yosemite Fall?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Upper Yosemite Fall is Full North Rim. This trail is estimated to be 30.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Upper Yosemite Fall?
Upper Yosemite Fall: With an ascent of 7,332 ft, Full North Rim has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Indian Rock via Yosemite Falls with 6,049 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Upper Yosemite Fall?
The most popular and difficult trail near Upper Yosemite Fall is Upper Yosemite Falls Trail with a 4.8-star rating from 14599 reviews.