Bridalveil Fall

Another stellar waterfall flowing majestically from the Yosemite Valley is Bridalveil Falls. Present in the Yosemite National Park near El Portal in Mariposa County, California, the total height of the falls is 617 feet and its main source remains Ostrander Lake on its south. The perennial falls are also known as the “Pohono” in its Native-American counterpart for its brutal cold winds in winter and icy wet sprays in spring.

A 0.25 miles paved trail leads from the Bridalveil Fall Parking Area to the base of this waterfall which also facilitates a safe path for physically handicapped or those on wheelchairs. Parking is also allowed at pull outs across the Wawona Road at Highway 41 or along the Southside Drive near signpost V14. The dramatic view of the Bridalveil fall can be experienced across the Merced River, at the Tunnel View Lookout, from Southside Drive and the Big Oak Flat Road.
Hikers must carry their own drinking water and it is also advised to carry your food within your arm’s reach and it must not be fed to the wildlife. Restrooms are only available in the parking area and only leashed dogs can be allowed entry on the trail. Slippery rocks and boulders are expected above the viewing platform so safety must be taken at all measures.