Three thousand people a day visit Mist Trail, which has views of two majestic waterfalls and is arguably the most popular hike at Yosemite National Park. Mist Trail is now going to get a $5 ...

The marked contrast between the glittering mist and muted rock makes the waterfall look like it's glowing. “Finally, as the sun's rays moved towards the fall, I saw the color of the water ...

Hikers navigate the Mist Trail against the backdrop of Vernal Fall in the Yosemite Valley in 2021. (Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times) ...