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This 5.1-mile loop trail near Yosemite Valley, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 38 min to complete.

Sentinel Dome (Moderate)

This wide trail leads mostly across open granite with little shade. Scramble up Sentinel Dome's granite slope to enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree view of the park. Consider taking this hike at sunset or during a full moon, but remember to bring a flashlight with fresh batteries!

1.8 miles (2.9 km) round-trip; 2 hours,

400 ft (125 m) elevation gain

Taft Point (Moderate)

Enjoy magnificent views of Yosemite Valley, including El Capitan and Yosemite Falls. Near Taft Point, you'll see The Fissures-narrow fractures in the granite called joints. Watch out for drops of up to 2,000 feet at these fractures!

2.2 miles (3.5 km) round-trip; 2 hours,

200 ft (60 m) elevation gain.