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Starting from Glacier Point, both trails offer stunning vistas of Yosemite Valley's iconic landmarks along the descent to the valley floor. There is NO shuttle service available to transport hikers from Yosemite Valley or Tunnel View back to Glacier Point. If you hike down, plan to hike back up or arrange your own transportation. Panorama Trail John Muir Trail "Ice Cut": Closed for Repairs through Mid July The John Muir Trail (JMT) is closed between Clark Point and the Panorama Trail Junction. Use the Mist Trail to reach Nevada Fall, the Panorama Trail, Little Yosemite Valley, and other destinations. Reopening date to be announced—check back for updates. Panorama Trail: Closed Due to Helicopter Operations The Panorama Trail will be closed in the vicinity of the John Muir Trail junction, with no access between Glacier Point and Nevada Fall, on the following dates, from 7 am to 1 pm, due to helicopter operations: June 10 Additional dates in late June and/or early July (specific dates to be determined) For more details, see trail information page . Mist Trail: Closed for Repairs Starting July 27 Closed Monday through Thursday, 7 am – 3:30 pm ONLY (July 27 to the end of October) From July 27 through October (subject to change), the Mist Trail from its junction with the John Muir Trail (above Vernal Fall footbridge) to the top of Vernal Fall will be open Fridays through Sundays and on holidays. It will normally also be open Mondays through Thursdays from 3:30 pm to 7 am (when safe). The John Muir Trail is an alternate route to the top of Vernal Fall at other times. This detour facilitates Mist Trail repair work. This route to Yosemite Valley takes hikers past Illilouette, Nevada, and Vernal Falls. Some of Yosemite's most iconic natural features can be seen and experienced along this trail. Though this trail is mostly downhill, there a significant 800-foot climb after crossing Illilouette Creek before descending again. At the junction above Nevada Fall, hikers can take either the Mist Trail or the John Muir Trail to the valley floor. Distance: 8.2 miles (13.2 km) one-way Elevation change: 3,200 ft (975 m) net descent one-way Time estimate: 6-8 hours Pohono Trail This trail rewards hikers with several viewpoints of Yosemite Valley from the south rim. East to west, these views include Roosevelt Point, Taft Point, Dewey Point, Crocker Point, and Stanford Point. While this trail is net downhill, expect several moderate and steep uphill sections along the way. Distance: 12.5 miles (20 km) one-way Elevation change: 2,800 ft (975 m) descent one-way Time estimate: 8-10 hours Tips & Seasonal Information Pets and bicycles are not allowed on hiking trails. Illilouette, Nevada, and Vernal Falls run year-round, though flow decreases significantly by late summer. There are several unbridged stream crossings along the Pohono Trail. Use caution in late spring and early summer when water levels can be high. This trailhead is only reachable by car when Glacier Point Road is open, which is typically from approximately late May through October or November. Overnight parking is prohibited beginning October 15. For current road and weather information, call 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1).