Into the Backcountry (3 of 3)

This is the third pictorial installment of a recent 4-day hike through Yosemite National Park, starting in Tuolume Meadows and ending in Yosemite Valley.

Our last camp site was outstanding as we found a flat spot amidst some large pine trees.




The trail was rocky at points, requiring that one follow these markings of stacked rocks. Note: these are NOT New Age symbols of mysticism, and should not be destroyed!



As we descended into Yosemite Valley (6 miles of steep downhill trails), we passed several waterfalls. This is a picture of Nevada Falls:





The views were always fantastic.





This is another view of Nevada Falls from another angle.



Downstream, we crossed over Vernal Falls ...




... and soon after negotiated our way downward past Mist Falls:





Here's a closeup of the same:





Soon after, the hike was over. Great job, Stick and Mike!