Successfully hike Yosemites most famous landmark with the guide that helps you prepare and provides the details you need to know.amp10Getting to the top of Yosemite National Parkamp8217s Half Dome in California is one of Americaamp8217s epic day hikes. Starting in Yosemite Valley youamp8217ll ascend nearly one vertical mile past two impressive waterfalls through fragrant pine fir and cedar forests then 425 feet up sheer granite on the famed steel cables to the summit where youamp8217ll enjoy some of the grandest views of your life. If you do it right youamp8217ll be back down in the valley celebrating your accomplishment later that evening.amp10While tremendously rewarding this hike is also one of the parkamp8217s most strenuous. Hereamp8217s everything you need to know to successfully make the 15plusmile trek. This stepbystep guidebook by Rick Deutsch tells you exactly how to hit the trail with confidence.amp10Inside youamp8217ll findamp10Detailed specific advice on the proper physical conditioningamp10Trailtested list of what to wear and bring on the hikeamp10Historical vignettes and 18 key points of interest along the trail with GPS markersamp10More than 100 photos so you know what to expectamp10One Best Hike Yosemiteamp8217s Half Dome with its cando approach nutsandbolts advice and practical tips will leave you wondering why youamp8217ve waited so long to embark on this truly special hiking adventure.