Cottonwood Meadow Trail
Yosemite National Park, Tuolumne County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Yosemite National Park, Tuolumne County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.7 mi (12.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,024 ft (312 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr
- High point
- 6,430 ft (1,960 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Cottonwood Meadow Trail
How long is Cottonwood Meadow Trail?
Cottonwood Meadow Trail is 7.7 mi (12.3 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr. It climbs 1,024 ft (312 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,430 ft (1,960 m).
How hard is Cottonwood Meadow Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Cottonwood Meadow Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (58% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Cottonwood Meadow Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Cottonwood Meadow Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Cottonwood Meadow Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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