The hike up to Half Dome, towering over the Yosemite Valley at 8846 feet, is one of the great bucket list hikes.
Youโll pass iconic waterfalls, hike through majestic sequoias, and then pull yourself up steel cables to stand at the summit.
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Thereโs a lot to know before you start; this isnโt just a hike where you show up at the trailhead and go. Thereโs a decent amount of anxiety about the cables section of the hike for a lot of folks.
In this guide, I will cover everything you need to know in a simple and step-by-step way. Iโll help you prepare, conquer your fears, bag the summit, and have a great time in the process.