El Capitan Meadow in Yosemite National Park

El Capitan Meadow

Provides a view straight up El Capitan.

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El Capitan Meadow Details

In Yosemite Valley, El Capitan Meadow provides a view straight up El Capitan and a great view of Cathedral Rocks, as well. Located along one-way Northside Drive, it is best to stop here on your way out of Yosemite Valley.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around El Capitan Meadow

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0.1 mi away

Trail to El Capitan (V7)

This trail is often the starting point for hikers who are heading to the nose of El Capitan.

0.3 mi away

E4 El Capitan Bridge

This stone bridges of Yosemite crosses over the Merced River.

0.5 mi away

Cathedral Beach Restroom

The restroom can get extremely crowded, making it possibly the worst restroom in the Park.

0.6 mi away

Swimming

Choose areas carefully and swim only during low water conditions.

0.6 mi away

Cathedral Beach Picnic Area

A less crowded choice.