Inspiration Point
A great spot for photographing astounding views of the Yosemite Valley.
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Inspiration Point Details
A short, but steep, hike from the Wawona Tunnel Overlook will bring you to Inspiration Point, where you'll experience views of Yosemite Valley in all of its splendor. Even if you're not a photographer, it's a wonderful place to enjoy seeing El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, Half Dome, and the rest of the valley away from the crowds in the parking lot back at Wawona Tunnel.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
Region
Wawona Road (Rt 41)
Nearby Parks Around Inspiration Point
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Inspiration Point
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0.4 mi away
Wawona Tunnel
The longest tunnel in California that was bored through solid granite bedrock and travels through a granite mountain.
0.6 mi away
Inspiration Point
The trail to this Point is more difficult than others, but the stirring views along the way are your reward.
0.6 mi away
Artist Point
The perspective that inspired one of the most famous drawings of Yosemite Valley.
0.6 mi away
Tunnel View (W2)
The most famous vantage point into Yosemite Valley with expansive views of El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and Half Dome.
