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Wapama Falls at Hetch Hetchy, Yosemite National Park

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Wapama Falls at Hetch Hetchy is located in Yosemite National Park. Take a look at our Yosemite National Park route planner to schedule your visit to Wapama Falls at Hetch Hetchy and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
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  • September 5, 2017
    This is not a tough hike but it can be unpleasant if not prepared adequately. There is very little shade except for the end where you hike through a beautiful, fragrant grove (bay trees give off a won...  more »
  • August 10, 2017
    This hike begins at the tunnel by the O'Shaughnessy Dam at Hetch Hetchy. It is just under 5 miles round trip to the waterfalls, which were still quite full in August. The trail is well marked and main...  more »
  • August 1, 2017
    My wife and I hiked to Wapama falls in late July. The hike was not very challenging in terms of length or altitude, but it did get increasingly hot during the hike itself, especially in the long shade...  more »
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