Half dome, like the other granite exposures in yosemite, formed from socalled intrusions of magmamolten rockthat solidified underground to form massive granite bodies. Geology of the yosemite area news newspapers books scholar. Geology of half dome, yosemite national park youtube. I used the ownes valley book on a trip to death valley 11 years ago. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. As an alternative, the kindle ebook is available now and can be read on any device. Great stuff like, where to stay, what to pack, what to expect a basic howto manual for half dome. This rock fall is the largest one in yosemite national park since the 1987 middle brother event. The exposed geology of the yosemite area includes primarily granitic rocks with some older metamorphic rock. The explanation of how odd geologic formations arose from ancient magma flows provides the reader with an understanding of what happened to the missing part of half dome. Granite, glaciers, and rockfall in yosemite valley. Granite dominates the geology of yosemite national park. It is part of the sierra nevada batholith and is one of yosemite national parks most famous features. How geology formed yosemite national park yosemite is a dazzling landscape that captivates everyone who sets foot in the park.
In this image, half dome may be seen from the base of cathedral spires. From the foreword by john muir laws, nationally renowned artist, naturalist, and educator the nature of yosemite a. Yosemite national park by james kaiser in doc, fb2, rtf download e book. Oct, 2011 posted on 102011 by mr half dome rick deutsch the best readerfriendly book on yosemites formation is geology underfoot in yosemite national park. It is a wellknown rock formation in the park, named for its distinct shape. The granite crest rises more than 4,737 ft 1,444 m above the valley floor. Upon the completion of our yosemite tour, well travel to merced where well enjoy an included dinner and then transfer to the merced amtrak station.
Half dome is a granite dome at the eastern end of yosemite valley in yosemite national park. Half dome as viewed from glacier point, yosemite national park, rises more than a kilometer above the valley floor. Pdf download yosemite national park free unquote books. Your personal tour guide for yosemite travel adventure.
Yosemite national park tour guide book by waypoint tours. Half dome village parking e3 e6 e4 merc e d ri v er lower yosemite fall upper yosemite fall vernal fall nevada fall bridalveil fall b r i d a l v e i l c r e e k illilouette fall yosemite falls parking e2 e7 e1. Half dome is a granite dome at the eastern end of yosemite valley in yosemite national park, california. The yosemite national park region is comprised of portions of 15 7. Dome 8i22 ft 2476 m yosemite m e washburn point ribbon pohono bridge 7503 ft 2287 m 7385 ft. Most of the book is absorbing because of its focus on what happens and can happen to people caught out in a storm. Historical rock falls in yosemite national park, california usgs. Sep 10, 2019 for immediate release onsale september 10, 2019 contact. This book is awesome just because you get robert redfords the fate of heaven on dvd with the book.
The geologic story of yosemite national park 1987 by n. Therefore it need a free signup process to obtain the book. Jul 19, 20 above yosemite falls and about a half mile north, i get a great view of half dome and take the opportunity to explain its geologic history on our way to north dome across the valley. If it available for your country it will shown as book reader and user fully subscribe will benefit by having full access to all books. The granitic rocks that form half dome and other spectacular park features represent unerupted magma later exposed by deep erosion and glaciation. Yosemites half dome survival guide and faq my yosemite park. Ice fields near the crest of the sierra nevada fed large trunk glaciers in the upper merced and tenaya canyons. Click download or read online button to get geology underfoot in yosemite national park book now.
Hiking half dome from tenaya lake in one day isnt a realistic option unless youre in marathoncaliber condition, but hiking in from tenaya lake is a possibility if youre staying in the little yosemite valley campground the night before you climb half dome. I have hiked in yosemite and my daughter has hiked to the top of half dome, and we would never again assume we would be safe in a thunderstorm in the mountains after reading this book. The hike to the summit of 8,842 feet half dome is one of the most popular hikes in the park and a lifelong goal for many. How geology formed yosemite national park james kaiser. The author, rick deutsch, has completed the half dome day hike dozens of times, and he shares his experience in this book for all. Its a great laypersons presentation of the geology of yosemite. Yosemite national park lodging, camping, attractions. This short walk offers stunning views of half dome, glacier point, and the royal arches. Welcome,you are looking at books for reading, the yosemite, you will able to read or download in pdf or epub books and notice some of author may have lock the live reading for some of country. Pages in category geology of yosemite national park the following 22 pages are in this category, out of 22 total. Yosemite online librarybooks about yosemite national park.
I was kinda disappointed at the meager coverage of half domes origins. Its 11 miles 18 km from tenaya lake to the little yosemite valley campground. Pdf yosemite national park download full pdf book download. A brief story of the geology of yosemite valley 1943 by. Resources inventory report 30 mb pdf contains a wealth of information about yosemite geology.
Large, relatively unjointed volumes of granite form domes such as half dome and monoliths like the. Yosemite national parks iconic half dome of granite my. One side is a sheer face while the other three sides are smooth and round, making it appear like a dome cut in half. Occurs at head of yosemite valley, in all of tenaya canyon, little yosemite, and all domes surrounding them, half dome being most prominent. Fascinating background chapters on history, geology and wildlife bring yosemite to life. King huber,r yosemite fallsa new perspective,r yosemite 651.
Named from fact that it composes half dome, in yosemite national park, ca. Its most famous, half dome can be seen from yosemite valley and glacier point inside the park. Yosemite has more domes than any other place on the planet. Geology underfoot in yosemite national park download. If youve spent any time at all or plan to spend any time in yosemite, then you know that its the rocks that make the park.
The dramatic granite formations of yosemite played a significant role in securing. A brief story of the geology of yosemite valley 1943 by m. Consumers who find lower prices must submit claim within 24 hours of booking and at least 48 hours prior to. The exposed geology of the yosemite area includes primarily granitic rocks with some older. Geologic map of yosemite national park and vicinity. Discover things to do in yosemite, places to stay in yosemite and some of the best places to eat in yosemite mariposa county. The first book i bought was geology underfoot in southern california. Stretching from the western foothills to the jagged,000foot peaks on the sierras crest, yosemite encompasses some of the most dramatic alpine scenery in america. Pdf version of a brief story of the geology of yosemite valley. The reader is aware of how yosemite developed after the white mans discovery. This book tells the story of that granite in a very interesting and readable way.
Yosemite national park in mariposa county is home to majestic attractions and premier lodging. Learn about the geology of yosemite national park with maps, photos and expert descriptions. While yosemite falls slows to a trickle by august, a moderate hike will bring you to impressive vernal and nevada falls. Bold exposure of the half dome grandiorite beneath glacier point. Page 5 turner, hw, the pleistocene geology of the southcentral sierra nevada, with especial reference to the origin of the yosemite valley.
Download the rough guide to yosemite, sequoia and kings canyon is the ultimate travel guide to three of the usas best national parks. Fully updated with comprehensive travel information including new rules for hiking half dome. Visit the yosemite museum learn about yosemite indians by. Geology yosemite national park geology overview yosemite is a glaciated landscape, and the scenery that resulted from the interaction of the glaciers and the underlying rocks was the basis for its preservation as a national park. Climbing half dome guide discover yosemite national park. Half dome granodiorite showing quartz, feldspar, hornblende, and biotite. A true account of catastrophe and courage on yosemite s half dome if youre thinking about hiking half dome and you havent read this story yet, you should. How did half dome, the massive rock monument in yosemite. Half dome rises 4,737 feet above yosemite valley at an elevation of 8,844 feet above sea level. Learn about the ahwiyah point rock fall on march 28, 2009, near half dome in which rocks fell roughly 1,800 feet, knocking down hundreds of trees and burying hundreds of feet of trail on the southern portion of the mirror lake loop trail. Pdf geologic history of the yosemite valley download. The original publication of the map in 1989 included the map, described map units and provided correlations, as well as a geologic summary and references, all on the same sheet.
My wife and i drove around the park and visited probably half if not more of the death valley locations and i particularly really enjoyed looking at the rocks and seeing, for example, a turtleback. He really makes this subject clear and interesting. The first rocks were laid down in precambrian times, when the area around yosemite national park was on the edge of a very young north american continent. Point contains large areas of both half dome granodiorite and. The geologic story of yosemite national park usgs publications. The full day hike up to the top of half dome is one of the most popular in the country.
This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Glazner, professor of geological sciences at the university of north carolina and our own ranger greg stock, the firstever park geologist at yosemite. The explanation of how odd geologic formations arose from ancient magma flows. Outdoor adventures are covered indepth, including over 20 of yosemites best hikes. How half dome formed scenic wonders yosemite cabins. Come experience yosemites most iconic hike with this classic yosemite backpacking trip. Jul 25, 2019 half dome is a worldrenowned 8,800foot landmark in yosemite. I just bought the latest book by the park geologist, greg stock. Geologic history of the yosemite valley francois matthes. Books online about yosemite national park, arranged by author. A view of half dome and the yosemite valley on august 28, 20 in yosemite nationall park, california.
This 6x9 paperback has 299 pages that are packed with detailed information about yosemite geology. Yosemite is a glaciated landscape, and the scenery that resulted from the interaction of the glaciers and the underlying rocks was the basis for its preservation as a national park. The edition used here is undated, probably a 1950s era reprint. This happened repeatedly mostly during the cretaceous period. State geologist of california, john muir noted naturalist. Walk to mirror lake, where you will see reflections of half dome.
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