Mount Watkins

Hike Review:

  • I hiked to Mount Watkins from the May Lake to Snow Creek Trailhead.

  • This trail was short, and easy, which was perfect given the limited time I had.

  • The trail was shaded about 60% of the trail, as it meandered through a forest, before spitting me out to a granite mountain top.

  • There was a single hiker on the trail, which was surprising, given the amazing views it affords of Clouds Rest and Half Dome.


Media Consumed:

  • Pachinko


What Happened?

4.9 miles, 1 hrs 53 mins, 752 ft of ascent

I had initially planned to hike Tioga Peak, but given my late arrival at Yosemite, I needed a shorter hike, so I aimed for Mount Watkins instead. I had marked this trail on my map months ago, so I did not remember anything about it.

As I hiked the trail, I was delighted to find out the wonderful views that the trail afforded of Clouds Rest. And then, when I got to the peak of Mount Watkins, I was pleased to see the back view of Half Dome.

I then hiked back to the car, and made my way to Mono Lake, where I planned to camp for the night.


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