Mario Larsen+FollowVernal Falls Hike Thrill4.5-mile challenging loop near Yosemite Valley—3 hours of steep climbs, misty vistas, and granite grandeur. Start at Happy Isles, trek the John Muir Trail to Mist Trail’s roaring Vernal Falls, then follow to Emerald Pool and Clark Point for sweeping views of waterfalls and domed peaks. Best April–Oct; winter closes upper Muir Trail (check closures!). No dogs allowed—pack grit, not Fido. Conquer it, and the valley’s magic’s yours. #Outdoor #Hiking #YosemiteHikes #VernalFallsTrail 251Share
Mario Larsen+FollowVernal Falls Hike WowTucked near Yosemite Valley, this 3.1-mile Vernal Falls hike is a thrill-seeker’s delight. Steep but rewarding, it snakes up the Mist Trail—first a paved scramble, then rocky steps where the waterfall’s mist clings thick. April-October shines brightest; dogs stay home. Start early at Happy Isles Trailhead (Shuttle 16 drops you close!). Slippery stones demand care, but the payoff? A thundering cascade up close—pure magic. #YosemiteHikes #VernalFallsTrail #MistTrailMagic #SpringHikeAdventures 220Share
