Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent
Yosemite National Park, Mariposa County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Yosemite National Park, Mariposa County, CA. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 518 ft (158 m)
- Est. Time
- 40 min
- High point
- 4,547 ft (1,386 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from start
- Waterfall: Lower Yosemite Fall 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent
How long is Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent?
Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) long. Most people take about 40 min. It climbs 518 ft (158 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,547 ft (1,386 m).
How hard is Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent shaded?
Mostly shaded (75% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent?
Peet's Coffee, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Village Store, 0.4 mi (0.7 km).
Is this a good week for Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent?
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.
Trails near Sunnyside Bench Climber's Descent
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- Bike Path Yosemite National Park · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.7 km)
- Bike Path Yosemite National Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Sentinel Boardwalk Yosemite National Park · Easy · 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
- Swan Slab Climber's Descent Yosemite National Park · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.3 km)
- Camp 4 East Yosemite National Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Upper Yosemite Fall Trail Yosemite National Park · Hard · 6.1 mi (9.9 km)
- Camp 4 West Yosemite National Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
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