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Cathedral Lakes
As one of the best hikes in Yosemite National Park, this 8.2-mile trail is something you will not want to miss during your visit.
Guide Sections
Use Cathedral Lakes's guide sections to understand how this stop fits into the larger park plan.
Cathedral Lakes Details
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As one of the best hikes in Yosemite National Park, this 8.2-mile trail is something you will not want to miss during your visit. It is a high-elevation hike (you will ascend nearly 1,000-feet in 3.5 miles), although the view is well worth it for those who manage to make it to the end. From here, you will see the snow-capped Cathedral Peak in the distance with a sparkling alpine lake sitting at its base. The entire area is surrounded by grassy meadows (with blooming wildflowers in spring) with the occasional deer frolicking through.