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May Lake Trail
Hike through conifers and over granite to reach the lake. Views along the climb include surrounding Yosemite peaks. Return on the same trail.
- Activity
- Alpine hike
- Distance / format
- 2.4 miles round-trip · NPS estimate: 1–2 hours
- Effort / terrain
- 485 feet of elevation gain
- Start here
- May Lake parking area, 1.75 miles north of Tioga Road
Good to know
If the access road is closed, walking it adds 1.75 miles each way. Tioga Road is seasonal. A vault toilet is at the parking area; overnight trips need separate wilderness planning.
Details checked November 10, 2026 · Source & current notices ↗
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