1.8 hr
Overview
From the southern end of May Lake head left and get ready to climb for the next mile and a half. Be prepared to get blasted by the Sun, as the trail is pretty much entirely exposed. The journey up is mostly barren and rocky, with some sparse grassy coverage when nearing the peak. <br><br>Just when the payoff appears imminent, you'll reach the false summit. Don't be discouraged, as the true summit lies just ahead. At the ensuing junction, head left and follow the cairns, scrambling up to incredible views of May Lake below and Clouds Rest and Half Dome to the south.
Trail Stats
2.9 km
420 m
3263 m
2842 m
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Photos
Trail up to Mt. Hoffman before it turns into more scramble than trail.
Trail up to Mt. Hoffman before it turns into more scramble than trail.
Marmot on top of Mt. Hoffman.
Marmot on top of Mt. Hoffman.
Half Dome in the smoke just below Mt. Hoffman
Half Dome in the smoke just below Mt. Hoffman
Morning at May Lake
Morning at May Lake
Clouds Rest and Half Dome from Mt. Hoffman.
Clouds Rest and Half Dome from Mt. Hoffman.
Looking dooooooown from Mt. Hoffman.
Looking dooooooown from Mt. Hoffman.