Majestic Upper Yosemite Falls in California

4/18/2025 = 5 Star = Really good experience, it's good to bring everyone , I want to come back again soon.

Great destination! Enjoyed the open trail and peaceful outdoor atmosphere.

if you make it to columbia rock, 100% try going all the way up to the top of the falls! views at the top and along the trail are awe-inspiring and so so rewarding. the trail is admittedly very rocky and very steep (hurt my knee pretty badly), and i contemplated throwing myself off the cliffs many times, but keep moving! make sure to bring enough water (i had about 3000 mL, which was good), liquid IV, snacks, and comfortable shoes with good ankle support. took me 8 hours unfortunately so time it well.

This hike was the hardest hike I've ever done, however, I still made it to the top and I'm very proud of myself. Will I ever want to do this hike again? Never lol if you're out of shape like I am, this hike will test your willpower. Walking sticks and waterproof hiking boots are a must. I used a Camel back and brought an extra water bottle and finished it all. Definitely bring snacks or food for energy. The first mile up, you're going up steep switchbacks. The next half mile gets a little easier, but still not easy. The best view is when you see the lower falls. After you pass the falls, the next half mile, or so, isn't as terrible but still hard. Once you get to the second set of switchbacks, all covered in snow and slush, you really start wondering what possessed you to even try this. However, you just have to keep pushing forward. Once you hike the mile of switchbacks, you'll hike up a small creek, and at that point, you're almost there. It was very rewarding getting to the top. Again, this is the POV of someone who is out of shape. My friend who is in shape did not struggle as much as i did. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is I did feel disappointed in the view of the falls at the top. In the end, it took me almost 8 hours to hike up and down this mountain. My legs were wobbly in the end and I slept for almost 12 hours afterwards lol

Amazing hike. Not terribly long (~7miles round trip) but it’s pretty steep. Great views of Half Dome throughout the hike. Excellent view point half way up gives you great views of the falls. Second half of the hike is better than the first in my opinion. The top is spectacular, with incredible views of the valley and an exciting adventure down to the edge of the waterfall.