half dome is a granite dome, famous for its shape, located at the east end of the yosemite valley in yosemite national park of the sierra nevada mountain range, in northern california, usa.

Half Dome, as is the whole Yosemite Valley, is a very popular spot for climbers, and the most recent notable ascent of the Dome was made by Alex Honnold when he free soloed its Northwest Face in 2008.

WE HAVE A NUMBER OF ARTICLES AND RESOURCES RELATED TO half dome, the yosemite and other mountains:

Profile of Half Dome

Check out our in-depth profile of Half Dome, including history, geology, wildlife, as well as some information about its climbing routes and trekking around.

Visit our in depth profile of Sierra Nevada

Includes information about all highest peaks, location, wildlife and useful information about getting there. You can read about the most important trekking routes and all the adventure sports you can do there.

Browse a list of books about Sierra Nevada

Find a long list of illustrated guidebooks on all regions of Sierra Nevada, especially on Yosemite National Park or classic inspirational stories of mounting climbing expeditions.

Browse a list of books about the Yosemite

From climbing guides, hiking guides and detailed maps to the classic photography books of Ansel Adams, we provide a comprehensive list of reads.

Read about Mount Whitney – the highest point of Sierra Nevada

Includes details on the mountain’s history and native tribes’ beliefs. We also cover information on the wildlife of the surrounding area as well as a climbing guide and hiking routs on and around it.