Yosemite National Park Four Mile Trail in 2018

I visited Yosemite National Park in May of 2018, on a Memorial Day weekend and decided to hike the Four Mile trail which promised panoramic views of Half Dome. On arrival, I quickly realized parking is going to be an issue. After circling for over an hour in search of convenient parking I ended up leaving the car half a mile away from the trailhead.

The trail provided some of the most spectacular views I've seen!

What I wasn't well prepared for was the summer heat leading to dehydration and covering in sweat combined with sudden gusts of chilly winds. The water I had with me was quickly consumed. Fortunately, at Glacier Point at the end of the trail, there is a visitor center with snacks, drinks and restrooms and hikers can replenish their supplies.