Yosemite Vernal Falls/Mirror Lake & more (Easy/Modera­­te: Levels 2)

THIS IS DAY 3 IN THE YOSEMITE WINTER WONDERLAND TRIP (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/events/228269654/). We will have options of hiking the strenuous to Vernal/Nevada Falls or to Mirror Lake and some other scenic hikes in Yosemite Valley (http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/valleyhikes.htm) winter time (the combo of lakes, meadow, river, waterfalls, mountains and snow). Snow Creek Trail (http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/snowcreektrail.htm) is a longer version and much more strenuous passing Mirror Lake

DEPARTURE TIME

Curry Village Parking: 8 AM

Route: There are two options for the morning:

1. Strenuous hikes: Yosemite Vernal/Nevada and other Falls or Snow Creek Trail (http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/snowcreektrail.htm).

2. Moderate/Easy hikes: Mirror Lake and some other scenic hikes before heading out of Curry Village.

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DISTANCE: ~2-7 miles (RT)

Duration: 5- 7 hours hiking time!

Essential Equipment: the following snow gear is optional - micro spikes, Poles, Gaiters, snowshoes

Difficulty: Levels 2 to 3+ (Easy/Moderate Pace/Strenuous). Click on RATING TABLE (http://files.meetup.com/1554500/RATING%20TABLE.pdf) for more about difficulty levels

GOOD TO KNOW Wear good traction hiking shoes, hat, sunscreen, bring plenty of water, snacks, a light lunch and Ten Essentials: link (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/9535234)

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Yosemite Park Map (http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/upload/YOSEmap1.pdf) and Yosemite Valley Map (http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/upload/YOSEmap2.pdf):

http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/loader.cfm?csModule=security/getfile&PageID=134994

http://www.yosemitepark.com/full-moon-snowshoe-walks.aspx

REMINDER: By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, snake bites, mountain lions or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike***

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