Our journey took us to Sentinel Dome and Taft Point today. Sentinel Dome was pretty much mostly right up the rock side to the summit for some epic views. Then we backtracked and headed over to Taft Point. That hike was more interesting as you walked through what looked like the perfect spot for fairies and Pan. There was even a bunch of hippy campers with one shirtless dude who had inserted moss and branches in his headband and ankles.
Then we drove over to Glacier Point for lunch, refill water bottles, and to take in the sites. The parking lot is right near the overlook, so the place was fairly packed. And had an adventurous child who was climbing a little too close to the edge for our comfort.
Then we backtracked to the Wawona Tunnel to start the hike to Inspiration Point. That was a STEEP switchback trail up 1,000 feet in elevation for some lovely views. Needless to say we were hungry after that day. We ended up at the Around the Horn Brewery for food and beverages to cap off a great visit to Yosemite.
The view from Sentinel Dome was insane.
Half Dome from Sentinal Dome.
The fairy forest we walked through to get to Taft Point. We saw no trolls, leprechauns, or fairies, but definitely would not be surprised if we did.
Taft Point had lots of areas that reminded you of your mortality.
This crack went all the way down and the rocks that have wedged themselves in it must be super strong to hold on that long. The gap is about the width of two people.
Another stunning view from Taft Point.
Glaciers just dropped these boulders where they wanted thousands of years ago.
Mother Trucker getting into the free solo spirit on Taft Point.
Another cool boulder just hanging out.
The view at the base of our inspiration point hike wasn't that bad.
Being inspired along the way.
Inspiration Point was a bit inspiring. Although for as much climbing the hike was, I think the Sentinel Dome hike gave more bang for your buck.
Joey our trail guide met us on the return to the parking lot.
