Vernal Falls

This is one of the most beautiful backpacking trails and my personal favorite in Yosemite National Park. It starts at Cathedral Lakes Trailhead, passing by Cathedral Lakes, Clouds Rest, Half Dome, and finishes in Yosemite Valley. Additionally, the trail passes by stunning lakes, cascading waterfalls, and breathtaking vistas. Embarking on this trail offers a unique and unforgettable experience. OVERVIEW: -Distance: 31 miles/49.8 km -Elevation Gain: 5750 ft/1750 meters -Duration: 5 days (4 nights) -Difficulty: Challenging HIGHLIGHTS: -Cathedral Lakes -Clouds Rest -Half Dome GUIDE CONTENTS: 1- ROUTE ITINERARY: -Day 1: Arriving -Day 2: Cathedral Lakes -Day 3: Clouds Rest -Day 4: Half Dome -Day 5: Coming Back 2- CAMPSITES: -Specific campsites -Suggestions camping spots 3- PERMITS AND REGULATIONS: -Information on obtaining permits -Guidelines for wild camping -Bear safety regulations 4- LOGISTICS: -Transportation within the park -Recommended gear list 5- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -GPX-tracks of the route -Custom Google Maps with all the important locations, such as my campsites, grocery stores, water sources, trails, public transport stops, viewpoints, and more -Alltrails activity link -Trail conditions

Are you ready to step foot into arguably the most iconic national park in the world?! If you are looking for majestic granite cliffs, ancient sequoia trees, or 2,000-foot-tall waterfalls, Yosemite National Park is your spot! Yosemite is our favorite place in the US and we genuinely are so happy you are going to experience it. Snagging the perfect campground site is very competitive but this guide will help make your planning a breeze! This guide includes: - 6 campgrounds / 2 HipCamps ⛺️ - 7 hiking trails / scenic stops 🥾 - 5 food recommendations 🌯 - 2 local grocery/general stores 🛒 - Direct links to all campgrounds, hikes, and restaurants 🔗 Happy Trailz is a camper van business based out of San Diego and we have been to Yosemite numerous times! Check us out on instagram! @happytrailz.us