Tiered
Yosemite Falls — 2425ft Tiered in California
Yosemite Falls is a 2425-foot tiered waterfall in Mariposa County, California, reached by a strenuous backcountry trek over 7.2 miles.
2,425 ft (739.1 m)7.2 mi · strenuous
Best season
spring runoff
Dogs
No pets
Permit
Not required
County
Mariposa County
Trail beta
No permit for the day hike, but Yosemite National Park reservation rules apply in summer.
Photography tip
Plan for spring runoff and try a mid-range focal length to layer the multiple drops that make Yosemite Falls feel so tall.
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