Is hiking Half Dome scary?

It is completely fine to turn back as this is a genuinely scary section of hiking. It is far worse than anything we’ve ever seen in a decade of hiking around the world (Angels Landing has nothing on Half Dome). So if you’re not sure, just go and see it for yourself!

Has anyone died climbing Half Dome?

Since 2005, there have been at least 13 deaths, 291 accidents and 140 search-and-rescue missions on Half Dome (2010 data not included).

Has anyone died on Half Dome?

How many people have died on Half Dome? There have been more than 20 deaths on Half Dome itself, and if you count the trail leading up to Half Dome, the number leaps to more than 60. The most recent deaths occurred in September of 2019 and May of 2018, when hikers slipped and fell off the cable route.

Can you hike Half Dome in the winter?

Yes, it is still possible to hike Half Dome in the winter, however, the already dangerous hike becomes significantly more life-threatening. The Park Service strongly discourages hikers from attempting Half Dome during the winter.

What is Half Dome in Yosemite National Park?

Half Dome is one of the most popular hikes in Yosemite National Park (and the world) – and for good reason! The views from the top are hard to describe, but we’ll just throw out the first adjectives that come to mind so you have an idea: magnificent, mind-blowing, breathtaking, awe-inspiring, majestic…

How dangerous is it to climb half dome?

The cables are where the majority of the fatalities on Half Dome have occurred. Most who attempt the cables route will safely reach the summit, but the risk is not to be ignored. The last 400 feet of the ascent up Half Dome is a nearly vertical climb on slick, polished granite.

Is the Mist Trail a good half dome training hike?

The Mist Trail is a steep hike up the Merced river, past Vernal and Nevada falls. When you’re training for Half Dome, you’ll want to get your body used to climbing.