YNP: The Mist Trail

Strenuous 9.5 mile semi-loop to the top up Nevada Fall. Upper John Muir Trail is closed so return to the Silver Apron via the Mist Trail, then take the Clark Point trail to Clark Point where you connect to the lower portion of the John Muir Trail.

Make this a moderate hike by skipping the Nevada Fall portion. After the Silver Apron bridge view, go up Clark Trail. At Clark Point take a right on the John Muir.

Elevation: 4000 ft. at the trail head. The top of Nevada Fall is  5907 ft., for a 1907 ft. change.

Trail Head: Curry Village parking lot.

Fee: $35 per vehicle park entrance fee or pass.

Dinner: Trail Gate or restaurant.

No dogs on this one.

Last hiked: 10/01/2017