Half Dome
Mountain in California · 8,839 ft
The hike up Half Dome
The route starts at Valley Trailhead Parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Half Dome?
Half Dome is 8,839 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 1,260 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Half Dome?
From Valley Trailhead Parking it is about 7.8 mi one way with 4,961 ft of ascent. Expect around 8 h 34 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Half Dome?
The nearest parking is Valley Trailhead Parking (west of the peak) — 7.8 mi on foot · ↑ 4,961 ft · about 8 h 34 min round trip. Alternative: Mirror Lake Trailhead (west of the peak) (about 7.8 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Half Dome in Conquer?
Yes — Half Dome is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Half Dome in the app
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