Waterfalls

Catch accessible views from a paved trail, or do a strenuous hike to the top of North America’s tallest waterfall.

For a lesser-traveled waterfall trail, Chilnualna Falls offers a shady and misty challenge.

After a short walk, see one of the most photographed waterfalls in the park and feel its mist from the viewing platform.

Yosemite’s most popular path, Mist Trail, deserves every bit of attention it gets. This spectacular, rainbow-streaked trail skirts 317-foot Vernal Fall and 594-foot Nevada Fall and extends to Little Yosemite Valley.

Stroll along an easy pathway or take a moderate hike to see these spectacular falls.

If you're looking for solitude, there are many more hidden waterfalls throughout the park, which are nearly as beautiful as their valley sisters.