This loop is a wonderful way to explore the Valley. It is a 21km loop. After having hiked to Nevada Falls, I was glad that this hike took me on more level ground. Since I started out in Curry Village, I hiked probably about 2 miles to get to Sentinel Bridge, the starting point of this hike. Fortunately, the bridge is marked on the Valley map, so I had no trouble finding it. The hike starts out following a bike path along Southside Drive, which goes past the little Chapel. Once you are past the Chapel, the right opens up … Continue reading »

This hike is the 11km option of the Half Dome Assault. It goes past Vernal Falls to the top of Nevada Falls where it departs from the Half Dome ascent to go down John Muir trail.