Taft Point, Yosemite National Park, USA
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USA Taft Point, Yosemite National Park

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Taft Point provides a VERY direct view over Yosemite Valley. Most people never see it as the tour bus continues up the road to the more famous (and overcrowded) Glacier Point.

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Nerves of steel.

Travel Information

There is parking, though it can get crowded in high season. Usually, open from May till November. From the parking lot there are two main trails, to the right is Sentinal Dome, and to the left is Taft Point. It takes about an hour's hike to get there, and if you're going for sunset, be sure to bring a flashlight and follow the trail carefully to get back out.
Spot Type Outdoor
Crowd Factor Just a few people
Best Timing Sunset during summer
Sunrise & Sunset 06:47 - 19:19 | current local time: 15:02
Photo Themes cliff mountain valley View

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