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Half Dome Permits

Overview: Rising nearly 5,000 feet above Yosemite Valley and 8,800 feet above sea level, Half Dome is a Yosemite icon and a great challenge to many hikers. Despite an 1865 report declaring it was "perfectly inaccessible, being probably the only one of the prominent points about the Yosemite which never has been, and never will be, trodden by human foot," George Anderson reached the summit in 1875, and in the process created the predecessor for today's cable route. Today, thousands of people…

  • Managed by: National Park Service
  • Coordinates: 37.7483333, -119.5275

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Rainbow Pool Day Use Area
  • Willow Placer Campground
  • Lumsden Bridge Campground
  • Railroad Flat Campground
  • Rim of the World Vista
  • LOST CLAIM

Frequently asked questions

Is Half Dome Permits reservable?

Yes — Half Dome Permits accepts reservations. Check the live availability calendar to see open dates and book.

Where is Half Dome Permits?

See the map for Half Dome Permits's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Half Dome Permits?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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