Mist Trail, Historic hiking trail in Yosemite National Park, US
The Mist Trail runs along the Merced River, featuring two major waterfalls and granite staircases that lead to panoramic views of Yosemite Valley.
Native American tribes established this path centuries ago, before its incorporation into Yosemite National Park's trail system during the late 1800s.
The trail serves as an important connection between Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall, attracting thousands of nature enthusiasts from different countries each year.
Hikers need to carry sufficient water, as the complete round trip to Nevada Fall spans 5.4 miles with an elevation gain of 2000 feet.
During spring months, the water spray from Vernal Fall creates dense mist conditions on the granite steps, giving the trail its distinctive name.
Location: Mariposa County
GPS coordinates: 37.72690,-119.54400
Latest update: May 11, 2025 07:14
Yosemite National Park
1.8 km
Half Dome
2.3 km
Yosemite Valley
9 km
Glacier Point
2.6 km
Vernal Fall
76 m
Nevada Fall
969 m
Mirror Lake
2.4 km
Happy Isles
1.4 km
Tenaya Canyon
2 km
Curry Village
2.7 km
Yosemite Valley Bridges
3 km
Sierra Point
882 m
Panorama Trail
2.6 km
Staircase Falls
2.9 km
Illilouette Fall
2.1 km
Washington Column
2.9 km
Glacier Point Trailside Museum
2.6 km
Mount Broderick
1.1 km
Grizzly Peak
679 m
Half Dome Cables and Trail
2.5 km
Washburn Point
2.6 km
Stoneman Bridge
3 km
Ahwahnee Bridge
3.2 km
Clark Bridge
2.3 km
Happy Isles Bridge
1.4 km
Tenaya Creek Bridge
2.1 km
Sugar Pine Bridge
3 km
Vernal Fall Bridge
676 mReviews
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