Camping At Yosemite National Park

Cook's Meadows Loop Hike

Yosemite Shuttle Stop 6

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Cook's Meadow

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Distance
1mi (1.6 km) round-trip

Est. Time
30 minutes

Elevation Change
None (<12m)
give or take a bit.

Difficulty
Easy

Season
Year Round

Pets Allowed
Yes (on a leash)

Crowds - Crowded

Cook's Meadow loop hike offers stunning views of Half Dome, Glacier Point, and the Royal Arches. From the shuttle bus stop at the Visitor Center (stop #5/#9), walk west along the bike path (in the direction of Yosemite Falls). At
shuttle bus stop #6, cross the street (watch for traffic!) and follow the bike path, bearing left as the path forks. At the Sentinel Bridge parking area, walk out onto the bridge to enjoy a classic view of Half Dome (photographed by Ansel Adams) before returning to the parking area. Follow the boardwalk back across the meadow, cross the street, and turn right to return to the Visitor Center (stop #5).

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