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    Half Dome is the signature landmark of Yosemite National Park in California. It reaches 8,842
    feet above sea level.  Hiking to the top is a strenuous ordeal, taking about 12 hours. It is one of the most
    popular  hikes in the country. Until now, there has been little information available to help prepare the
    hiker for this superb one-day  adventure.  "One Best Hike: Yosemite’s Half Dome," by Rick Deutsch
    (Wilderness Press) is the only dedicated hiking guide to Half Dome. You've probably found that most
    Yosemite Trail books only cover Half Dome in 2-3 pages. Website "trip reports" lack any real beef to help
    you prepare. The education you get in this book, on this website and daily blog will prepare you to safely
    complete the hike.

    This is not a rock-climbing or mountaineering guidebook; rather, it is written with the "weekend warrior"
    in mind. Almost  anyone can do this strenuous hike with proper education,  preparation, and motivation.
    We'll help you with the first, the last 2 are up to you!

    The author, Rick Deutsch, a seasoned adventure traveler, will help you every step of the way. This is a
    big hike. It is classed by  the National Park Service as extremely strenuous. The climax is a 425-foot
    vertical challenge  at nearly a 45-degree angle, aided only  by steel cables acting as a banister. The view
    of  Yosemite Valley from nearly a mile up is awesome and worth the sore muscles you will endure the
    next day.

    One Best Hike: Yosemite’s Half Dome is a great resource that will assist visitors in their preparation.
    113 pages of  user-friendly  advice were gleaned from the author's 25 ascents of Half Dome.

     Special features of the book include:

  •     A geologic and human history of Half Dome.
  •    How to prepare, both conditioning and equipment.
  •    What to bring: food, water concerns, clothing, boots, and hiking gear.
  •    A detailed trail description for the entire 16-mile route, including maps, altitudes,
           elevation profile,  estimated elapsed times, odometer and points of interest.
  •   60 superb photos and graphics of the major sights along the route.


    Safety Notice:
    Readers of this book and website are cautioned to take full care and responsibility for their actions when using the
    advice presented.  All suggestions are strictly those of the author, but the reader should employ good common
    sense,  as not all circumstances of potential danger can be anticipated. There is no relationship between Yosemite
    National Park and the author of this website. All text and photos are (c) 2009, Carpe Diem Experience, and may not
    be reproduced without written permission.
One Best Hike: Yosemite's Half Dome
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whatever this knowledge is worth!
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