Hiking Half Dome Quick & Dirty Guide

Half Dome towers above the floor of Yosemite Valley. The rock formation defines the park’s skyline and a summit is a well-known accomplishment in both the hiking and climbing community. People come from all over the world to hike Half Dome. In fact, so many people were attempting Half Dome each day that the park implemented a permitting system for the safety of hikers in 2011. Today, only 300 hikers are allowed on the cables and it is regulated through a lottery permitting system.

So, why do it? Well, when you’re shaking in your (hiking) boots with a bird’s-eye view of one of the most beautiful parks in the world, it will all be worth it. Think you can do it?

Your instant-download Quick & Dirty Guide includes:

• How to get a Half Dome hiking permit

• Step-by-step guide to obtaining a permit

• Camping recommendations

• Trail and hike information

• Packing list

• Spotify + Apple Music Playlist