The Half Dome Trail has a maximum elevation of 8,428 ft., a minimum elevation of 7,047 ft. and an elevation range of 1,381 ft.
[ A to B ] or [ B to A ] | |||
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Length 2 | Min Ele 3 | Max Ele 4 | Range 5 |
2.0 mi | 7,047 ft | 8,428 ft | 1,381 ft |
[ A to B ] | |||
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Time 6 | Floors 7 | Gain 8 | Loss 9 |
1.3 hrs | 115.1 | 1,381 ft | 0 ft |
[ B to A ] | |||
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Time | Floors | Gain | Loss |
47 min | 0.0 | 0 ft | 1,381 ft |
The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.
Download the PDF Half Dome Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.
What is the length of the Half Dome Trail?
The length of the trail is 2.0 miles (3.2 km) or 4,471 steps.
How long does it take to hike the Half Dome Trail?
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 1.3 hours in one direction and in 47 minutes in the opposite direction.
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(cdc.gov)