Hiking

Explore Yosemite’s Hiking Trails

There is no better way to explore all the wonders of Yosemite National Park than hiking. There are many trails throughout Yosemite National Park and its surrounding communities and gateways, all ranging in estimated duration and difficulty, and many guidebooks to help you along the way. Find information below on the Yosemite hiking trail you might want to tackle the next time you’re visiting the Yosemite National Park area! 

Y*explore Yosemite Adventures

Y*explore Yosemite Adventures is the only Yosemite Tour Company offering custom guided Yosemite experiences (Adventure Hikes, Half Dome Hikes, Multi Day Backpack Trips, Nature Walks, Birding Walks, Wildflower Walks, Snowshoe Hikes, and Photography Workshops) 12 months a year. We guarantee smaller group sizes for a more personalized experience with our professional guides who are all local to Yosemite.

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Alder Creek

Distance: 12 miles (19.7km)
Estimated Time: 6 to 8 hours
Difficulty: Strenuous

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Briceburg Canyon

Distance: 3 miles
Estimated Time: 1 to 2 hours
Difficulty: Easy

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Bridalveil Fall

Distance: 0.5 miles (0.8 km) round-trip
Estimated Time: 20 minutes (leashed pets are allowed)
Difficulty: Easy, but icy in the wintertime)

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Cathedral Lakes

Distance: 7 miles (11.3km) round-trip; 1000-foot elevation gain
Estimated Time: 4 to 6 hours
Difficulty: Moderate

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