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Hike of the Day: Yosemite's Nevada Falls Loop

This 6.2-mile loop leads into a land of rainbows and big waterfalls among the granite faces of Yosemite Valley.



Hike into a world of waterfalls, rainbows, and giant granite faces on this classic Yosemite dayhike. In 6.2 miles, you'll see Vernal Falls. Nevada Falls, Illilouette Falls, Liberty Cap, and hike a section of the John Muir Trail. Pack a raincoat too. See more details, including turn-by-turn directions and an elevation profile, at backpacker.com/hikes/25989
 

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