Nevada Fall (strenuous; upper portion of the John Muir Trail closed in winter)
5.8 miles/9.2 km round-trip; 5 to 6 hours with 2,000 feet/610 m. elevation gain (via Mist Trail)
Begin at Happy Isles (shuttle stop #16)
Hikers can reach the top of Nevada Fall by continuing 1.3 miles (2.1 km) along the Mist Trail (from Vernal Fall). The John Muir Trail also leads to the top of Nevada Fall (bypassing Vernal Fall).
The portion of the John Muir Trail between Clark Point and the top of Nevada Fall is closed in winter.