Half Dome Visor — Attraction in Oakhurst

What an incredible adventure! This 16.5-mile hike began in Yosemite Valley, and we took the Mist Trail on the ascent. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. Though the Mist Trail was a bit more challenging, with some steep sections that felt like a straight climb at times, it shaved about a mile off the total distance. Once we reached the John Muir Trail (JMT), the path leveled out, providing a brief reprieve before the real climb began.

When you reach Sub Dome, the true challenge starts. Stick to the well-worn path as you head upward. As you approach the cables, don’t worry—your adrenaline will kick in. Take your time on the cables, rest when you need to, and don’t feel rushed. There’s no hurry—you’ve already made it this far! Pause on the wooden planks to catch your breath—nobody minds. The reward awaits you at the summit, and trust me, it’s more than worth the effort. Enjoy...

The Half Dome Visor is the iconic place where most people take their half dome pictures. Its incredible that this huge hunk of very brittle granite is still intact. I'm so glad we took pictures first and then realized how majestic, but fragile the visor can actually be. Absolutely gorgeous place & stunning views of the valley. You can actually see the Inspiration Point far ahead in the distance - cool to actually see it from the other side from on top of the Half Dome!!

Good luck & go be wild! As my dog would say, Live life...

As technology shrinks the world around us, it becomes more and more difficult to find ourselves truly lost in the outdoors. This makes those particular moments and scenes that much more special. I captured this shot of a tent on Half Dome’s Diving Board while camping in Yosemite National Park. Getting to the Diving Board was quite a challenge, as there is no official trail. For anybody who is prepared, careful, and respectful of nature, the reward is one of the most breathtaking views in all of Yosemite,...