Mirror Lake
A seasonal lake on Tenaya Creek, in the shadow of Half Dome.
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Mirror Lake Details
(Shuttle stop # 17) Mirror Lake has wayside exhibits explaining the natural and cultural features of the area. A one-mile trail, found at the drop-off location for shuttle stop #17, leads to the lake but is difficult to walk due to a compacted gravel surface that may be slippery. Also, the last 1,000 feet up to the lake are on a slope from 6.6 percent to 10.6 percent. The road to Mirror Lake, at the east end of Yosemite Valley, can be used by vehicles with accessibility placards. Follow the signs to the campgrounds. At North Pines Campground, proceed past the "No Entry" sign, and follow the signs to Mirror Lake. Or, from Happy Isles, turn right onto the Happy Isles Loop Road and drive one mile. Turn right at the Mirror Lake shuttle stop (#17).
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