The Mist Trail is not to be missed! Whilst we would highly recommend this trail please be mindful that it is a moderate/ high intensity trail depending on fitness levels and is steep from the outset and throughout. Allow 3-4 hours for the round trip...More

We really enjoyed the Mist Trail. I would say the hike was moderate difficulty. It took 2-3 hours. The views were stunning.

This trail takes you all the way up to Nevada Falls. Quite aggressive in places but manageable. There are plenty of vantage points along the way that provide stunning views of waterfalls and magnificent peaks. Just take your time negotiating the narrow steep areas and...More

This is nice short trail,for the beautiful view of waterfall and enjoy all the mist ,stairs are tough to go but they are nothing as you will be rewarded with great views and experience.Should do it if you are in Yosemite

My wife and I did the Mist Trail, and I had to convince her when we were halfway, just past the easy part. We were there in April and this meant that it was still pretty cold sometimes, so there was quite some ice around...More

The mist trail takes you right past the base of vernal falls. Be aware that the hike does get quite steep in parts and the mist area past the waterfall is slippery and wet. This trail is very popular and can get very crowded but...More

Very beautiful falls. The mist trail is very short, although steep. So if you are older or have walking issues you probably want to stick with the level Yosemite falls trail. Everyone loves gravity caused water, so the trail is very busy with the observation...More

It is beautiful and spooky at the same time. We hiked it on the way up and down form Half Dome. Its steps will get your heat beating. If you go to Yosemite be sure to do the Mist Trail

Had the pleasure of doing the trail with Wildland Trekking as part of the Yosemite Base Camp Adventure. Was a great trail but VERY busy. Also, due to the heavy snow pack, the falls were still in full flow - very cool but made for...More

We went late in the day (3 PM) on this hike, at the end of the busy season (Sept. 24), and it was still very crowded. It was tolerable though, and very beautiful. A tough hike, especially coming from the midwest (altitude), but honestly, the...More