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Yosemite National Park
Day Hikes in Hetch Hetchy
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A brief description of the Hetch Hetchy area, with natural and cultural history, and additional hiking information, is available [1.7 MB PDF].
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Lookout Point (moderate)
2 miles (3.2 km) round-trip; 1 hour
Begin at Hetch Hetchy Entrance Station
This quick hike takes you to a viewpoint overlooking Hetch Hetchy Valley.
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Wapama Falls (moderate)
5 mi (8 km) round-trip; 2 hours
Begin at O'Shaughnessy Dam
This trail takes you to the base of Wapama Falls, passing two smaller waterfalls (during spring) on the way.
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Rancheria Falls (moderate)
13.4 miles (21.4 km) round-trip; 6 to 8 hours
Begin at O'Shaughnessy Dam
This trail continues past Wapama Falls to popular Rancheria Falls.
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Smith Peak (moderate to strenuous)
13.5 miles (21.6 km) round-trip; 6 to 8 hours
Begin at Hetch Hetchy Entrance Station
This trail takes you through forest and meadow to Smith Peak, where you get great views of the Hetch Hetchy area.
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Poopenaut Valley (strenuous)
3 miles (4.8 km) round-trip; 2 hours
Begin four miles east of the Hetch Hetchy Entrance Station (look for small turnout on the right)
This trail provides quick access to the Tuolumne River, descending 1,229 feet (735 m) to the river below O'Shaughnessy Dam.
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Did You Know?
Yosemite and Huangshan are sister parks. Huangshan, which protects over 77 magnificent granite peaks 3,000 feet (1,000 m) or higher, is one of China's most famous and sacred scenic areas. Countless poems and writings dating back 2,200 years attest to its beauty.
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Last Updated: January 02, 2008 at 22:12 EST |