Glacier Point - scenic landmark in Yosemite National Park

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Written by Maria | 19 May 2010

Glacier point is one of the most famous landmarks in Yosemite National Park. No visitor of the park should miss the views from this scenic point from where you can see the entire Yosemite Valley. If you don’t feel like walking you can reach this point by car in just under an hour. Roads are still currently closed for winter and normally reopen late May or early June according to weather conditions. The adventurous explorers however would rather hike there following the Four Mile Trail, which is arguably the best trail for views of Yosemite Valley down into the meadows and towards El Capitan, Sentinel Rock, Yosemite Falls and Half Dome.

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Hiking to the top of Half Dome in the Yosemite National Park

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Written by Maria | 12 May 2010

The hike to Half Dome opens the 4 post-series about the Yosemite National Park's Trails. This hike is an arduous adventure into Wilderness. Only people in good physical shape should attempt the 14- to 16-mile round-trip hike to Half Dome.  Thousands of people enjoy this hike every year and for those who succeed turns out to be a very rewarding experience.  Along the way, you'll see outstanding views of Vernal and Nevada Falls, Liberty Cap, Half Dome, and panoramic views of Yosemite Valley and the High Sierra. It takes 10 to 12 hours to hike to the top of Half Dome and back so it is advisable to start at sunrise and have non-negotiable turning back time. This is not a route for inexperienced hikers and safety must always come first, which can be done by following some simple basic rules. Firstly it is important to time the hike so that if it takes more than originally planned and by a set time you have not yet reached the top it is important to turn back to avoid getting stuck in the wilderness after sunset.

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