Glacial Moraine (V25)
As a glacier retreated, this moraine, or accumulation of glacial soil and rock debris, was left behind.
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Glacial Moraine (V25) Details
Towards the end of the Ice Age, a glacier advanced from the present day area of Mirror Lake and pushed up the ridge of rocks located at this point. As it retreated, this ridge remained behind. This hill was once known as Ski Hill and was where skiing first began in Yosemite. The tradition of skiing continues in Yosemite at the Yosemite Ski and Snowboard Area located off Glacier Point Road. To learn more about the glaciers in Yosemite National Park, view the Yosemite Nature Notes video episode on YouTube. Yosemite Nature Notes is produced by the Yosemite National Park and the Yosemite Conservancy. Click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgnzSTY5zRg Roadside marker: V20 Note: This section of the road is only accessible by the free shuttle bus, by bicycle, or on foot.
Difficulty
Low
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Region
Yosemite Valley
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Glacial Moraine (V25)
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0.1 mi away
Mirror Lake Trail
A leisurely walk along this trail leads to the unique Mirror Lake.
0.2 mi away
Tenaya Creek Restroom
A small restroom located on the trail to Mirror Lake.
0.3 mi away
From Curry Village Recreation Center
Ride from the Curry Village Recreation Center, past the stable and onward to Mirror Lake.
0.3 mi away
Upper Pines Campground
This campground is located in Yosemite Valley near Curry Village.
0.4 mi away
Happy Isles Nature Center (V24)
Visitors to the Nature Center can view exhibits that teach them about Yosemite's nature, flora, fauna, and eco-system.
