Yosemite Mist Trail Guide | Flush Toilets, Water Refill & Easier JMT

**Yosemite’s iconic Mist Trail, shot in 4K.**
In **Part 1**, we walk from Happy Isles to the **footbridge (~0.8 mi / 1.3 km one‑way)**, show exactly where to **refill water** (seasonal fountain just past the bridge — the **only treated water** on this trail), and point out the **flush restrooms** here (composting toilets only beyond this point). We also cover when to switch to the **John Muir Trail (JMT)** for a gentler grade and how to decide your **turn‑around point**.

### What you’ll learn

* **Gear that matters near the falls:** traction‑friendly shoes, light layers, and **trekking poles** (great on the descent)
* **Crowd strategy:** early in / late out, weekdays if possible；**park once & use the shuttle**
* **Timed entry:** some periods use time‑window reservations — check the official Yosemite site before you go
* **EV notes:** Mountain driving from the Bay Area can be tiring; plan **charging just outside the gate** and inside the park use available **Level 2** near lodges/lots.
* **Season vibe:** bigger spray in late spring–early summer; calmer in late summer–fall; winter can bring icy sections/closures
* **Pacing & safety:** sip before thirsty, take micro‑breaks, fix hotspots early, reapply sunscreen
* **Quick geology:** glacier‑polished granite; **exfoliation** sheets (think Half Dome)；spray at **Vernal Fall** can make a **rainbow** when the sun angle lines up

### Route options & common turn‑arounds (approx.)

* **Footbridge** (first big views; water refill & flush restrooms)
* **Top of Vernal Fall** (steep, wet steps on the Mist section)
* **Top of Nevada Fall** (many hikers go **up Mist / down JMT** for an easier descent)
*Distances on signage vary slightly by route and trail conditions. Choose a turnaround that matches your energy and schedule.*

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