Distance: 2.5 miles RT to May Lake; 6 miles RT to Mt. Hoffmann
Trailhead: May Lake High Sierra Camp/8,710 feet
Trailhead: May Lake High Sierra Camp/8,710 feet
Elevation Gain: 500 ft to May Lake/9,270 ft; 2,000 ft to Mt. Hoffman/10,845 ft
Summit Mt. Hoffman via May Lake in Yosemite's high country along Tioga Road. Great 360 views from the top. Mt. Hoffman looms as Yosemite's geographical center. Hiking to May Lake is straight forward and easy, but the journey from the lake to Mt. Hoffman is moderate to advance as the trail gains elevation steeply and requires route finding skills part of the way while the route becomes rocky and sandy. Follow cairns to stay on track. The reward is worth the effort when you see the breathtaking views from the top....360 panorama of Yosemite's High Sierra ranges and May Lake's crystal blue water. Bring enough water to stay hydrated if you do this hike in summer.
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