2018 Map of Yosemite Falls

About this map

Yosemite Falls drops dramatically from the northern rim into the floor of Yosemite Valley, serving as the central landmark for this 2018 survey of high Sierra terrain. The landscape is defined by its massive granitic formations, including Half Dome, North Dome, and Mt Watkins, while deep drainage basins like Tenaya Canyon and Indian Canyon channel snowmelt toward the valley below. High-altitude meadows such as Eagle Peak Meadows and Porcupine Flat provide contrast to the sheer verticality of Castle Cliffs and Arrowhead Spire. Modern access follows the corridor of Highway 120, which often parallels the historic path of the Old Tioga Road. For those studying the geography of Yosemite National Park, this map details the complex trail systems, including the Snow Creek Trail and Yosemite Falls Trail, which negotiate the steep ascent from the valley floor to the high country peaks like Mt Hoffmann.