Outdoors NearbyVernal Fall
Vernal Fall is a waterfall in California, about 2 miles from Yosemite Valley. It is mapped as about 318 feet (97 m) high and at 5,046 feet elevation. Nearby you can also see Silver Apron.
| Location | Near Yosemite Valley, California Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Happy Isles Trailhead, about 0.9 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Vernal Fall; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
| Height | about 318 ft (97 m) |
| Elevation | 5,046 ft |
| More | Wikipedia |
Location and details from OpenStreetMap. Water levels rise quickly after rain upstream, so keep away from the edge.
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More waterfalls nearby
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- Nevada Fall 594 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 1 mi Directions
- Illilouette Fall 361 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 1 mi · trailhead 1.1 mi Directions
- Staircase Falls 1017 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 0.4 mi Directions
- Royal Arch Cascade 1247 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 0.9 mi · seasonal Directions
- Three Chute Falls near Yosemite Valley · 2 mi · trailhead 0.5 mi Directions
- Snow Creek Falls 2133 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi · trailhead 0.5 mi Directions
- Sentinel Fall 1936 ft · near Yosemite Valley · 3 mi · trailhead 1 mi · seasonal Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Vernal Fall located?
In California, about 2 miles from Yosemite Valley, at 37.7276, -119.5438. Navigation apps may stop at the closest road, so have the coordinates handy.
Where do you park for Vernal Fall?
The closest trailhead on the map is Happy Isles Trailhead, about 0.9 miles from Vernal Fall in a straight line. The land manager for Vernal Fall can tell you the exact trail length.
How tall is Vernal Fall?
About 318 feet (97 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What other waterfalls are near Vernal Fall?
Silver Apron (1 mi), Nevada Fall (1 mi), Illilouette Fall (1 mi) and Staircase Falls (2 mi).