Vernal Fall

Vernal Fall, a towering curtain of water fed by the Merced River, stands as one of Yosemite National Park’s most iconic waterfalls. Nestled in Yosemite Valley, it can be reached via the Mist Trail, a well-trodden path that also leads to Nevada Falls further upstream. The waterfall runs nearly year-round, with its flow reaching its peak during the spring months. Visitors hiking the trail can expect to experience the refreshing mist and the thunderous sound of the cascading water, making for a memorable and invigorating journey.