Vernal Fall
A large waterfall on the Merced River, just downstream of Nevada Fall.
Plan Around Vernal Fall
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Vernal Fall Details
You can see Vernal Fall (from a distance) at Glacier Point. The road to Glacier Point is open approximately late May through sometime in November. A wheelchair-accessible trail is available to the viewpoint when the road is open. Height: 317 feet Flows: all year, though by mid- to late-summer, it narrows and separates into one, two, or three falls as water flows decrease. It peaks in late May. Source: NPS Website
Difficulty
High
Distance
3 mi. round trip
Estimated time
2 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Vernal Fall
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0.1 mi away
Vernal Fall Restroom
This restroom is located just past the top of Vernal Fall near Emerald Pool.
0.2 mi away
Clark Point
Magnificent bird's-eye views of Vernal Fall surrounded by tall pines and granite ledge.
0.3 mi away
Nevada Fall Restroom
This restroom is a good place to take a break and rest in the shade before finishing your hike.
0.4 mi away
Vernal Fall Bridge Restroom
This is probably the best restroom in the Valley. Be sure to use it if you need a pit stop.
0.5 mi away
Mt. Broderick
This small peak offers wonderful views of Little Yosemite Valley and Nevada Falls.
