Basket Dome, Granite dome in Yosemite National Park, US
The 2,333-meter granite dome stands prominently within Yosemite National Park, featuring steep slopes and a distinct rounded summit shape against the Sierra Nevada landscape.
Native American folklore tells of a woman carrying a basket who turned to stone, forming the dome's current structure in what is now Mariposa County.
The dome represents the connection between geological formations and Native American oral traditions that have been passed down through generations in Yosemite Valley.
Visitors can access multiple hiking trails near Basket Dome throughout the year, although winter conditions may restrict certain routes due to snow and ice.
The dome rises 85 meters above its surroundings with its nearest higher neighbor, Indian Rock, located 2.1 kilometers away at an elevation of 2,599 meters.
Location: Mariposa County
Made from material: granite
GPS coordinates: 37.76354,-119.55072
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:53
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