Located at the eastern edge of Yosemite Valley ... Many travelers say the Mist Trail is one of the best hikes they have ever taken, but advise that you'll need to be prepared.

For the purposes of this article, we attempted to choose exciting hiking trails that ... if you're looking to get out on the trails your best bet may be the Yosemite Valley Floor Trail.

The best times to visit Yosemite are May and September ... allows for a more comfortable hiking experience. Not only will there be fewer people on the trails but the sun won't be as intense ...

Craig Kohlruss [email protected] Hikers reach the vista point at Vernal Fall after hiking the Mist Trail next to the Merced River above Vernal Fall in Yosemite National Park. ERIC PAUL ...