Lower Yosemite Falls Trail view of Yosemite Falls

@christinaadelephoto

California

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Yosemite National Park

Yosemite Falls is made up of three separate falls: Upper Yosemite Fall, the middle cascades, and Lower Yosemite Fall. Standing from this vantage point, you will be able to capture all three of them at the same time, beautifully framed by the lush forest.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy

Accessbility

Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

$30 per vehicle, 7-day pass; free with National Parks Pass

Pack

Telephoto lens (70mm)
Tripod
Remote shutter
Jacket

How to get there

N37° 44' 47.5872"W119° 35' 46.5"

The featured image was taken on Lower Yosemite Falls Trail and is of the Yosemite Falls. The closest parking for this spot is at the Yosemite Valley Lodge at 9006 Yosemite Lodge Drive, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389 or Shuttle Stop 8 for those riding the shuttle. Once you park, the waterfall should be visible. Head north towards the fall, cross the street and continue heading towards the waterfall. In about two minutes you will come to a junction in the trail. Looking north towards the waterfall you will see this view. Have fun capturing!

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