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California

North Dome Trail

4.1 mi

Distance

1,483 ft

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Inside Yosemite National Park
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Elevation & route

Distance: 4.1 mi
Elevation gain: 1,483 ft
Highest point: 8,123 ft
Lowest point: 7,041 ft

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Managing agency: National Park Service

About this trail

North Dome Trail is a 4.12-mile out-and-back hike in California's national park system with 1,483 feet of elevation gain. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 8,123 feet.

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