Half Dome (day) - cool morning, warmer finish

Half Dome prep checklist If you are doing this soon, here is what mattered on our day. - Route: Happy Isles to Mist Trail and back via JMT - Start time: 4:45 AM - Weather: Clear morning, hot afternoon - Trail: Dry trail, damp cables before sunrise - Water: Reliable at LYV, none near Subdome - Crowds: crowded - Gear: Electrolyte mix, Extra socks Two quick tips: Keep snacks accessible so breaks stay short and clean. Take photos of the permit and save them offline. Ratings (1-5): overall 5, difficulty 4, scenery 5, conditions 4. Tips - Do not trust parking to work out at the last minute. - Keep snacks accessible so breaks stay short and clean. - Take photos of the permit and save them offline.