South Face Route Approach
0.9 mi
Distance
72 ft
Elev. Gain
21m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
South Face Route Approach is a point-to-point trail in Yosemite National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Mariposa County, California. It is 0.9 miles long and gains 72 feet. The nearest town is Yosemite Valley, California, about 1 mile away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,257 ft |
| End | 0.9 mi | 1,976 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Managed by National Park Service
Source of truth
- National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Yosemite Valley, CA · in or next to town
- County:
- Mariposa County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Yosemite National Park · National Park Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:209-372-0200
- Address:9039 Village Drive · Yosemite, CA · 95389
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