4.7 miles
Distance
2,121 ft
Climb
-2,122 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
-1 ft
Altitude change
6,980 ft
Altitude min
7,168 ft
Altitude start
7,165 ft
Altitude end
-130%
Grade max
138.1%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
1,355 ft
Distance flat

Hike up Half Dome cables from Clouds Rest/John Muir Junction

Detailed Description
Half Dome is a 5 mile expert route located near Yosemite California. This hike only route can be used both directions. This route includes 1 trails. This route climbs 2,121 ft with a max elevation of 8,798 ft then descends -2,122 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    5 miles
  • Altitude change
    -1 ft
  • Altitude min
    6,980 ft
  • Altitude start
    7,168 ft
  • Altitude end
    7,165 ft
  • Climb
    2,121 ft
  • Descent
    -2,122 ft
  • Grade max
    -130%
  • Grade min
    138.1%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    2 miles
  • Distance flat
    1,355 ft

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