Illilouette Fall

This is one of the best hikes I’ve ever been on.
To get here, you go to glacier point and go off towards the sides and there is a sign that tells you how long each trail is. I think you can also get to Nevada falls but it was about 5 miles away (one-​way).
It says on the sign that this hike is 1.5 miles (one way)…THAT IS A LIE. I swear it’s about 2 – 3 miles! It’s completely downhill but don’t let that fool you! The trail can get very rocky and unstable so watch your step! Some parts are also very steep so don’t slip! And don’t forget that you have to climb all the way back up to get back to glacier point!
When we reached the bottom, you get to a bridge and then you see Illilouette Fall. It’s not your typical waterfall, where you see the water coming off the cliff. It’s more off a cascade of water going downwards, beautifully glistening off the rocks. It just looks like a piece of art, the water gently gliding down the very smooth rocks.
Be careful about stepping into those part because its very slippery! At the bottom of the fall, there is a pool of water, perfect for swimming!
I just love how you can literally sit next to the waterfall, dipping your feet in. Just laying there made me feel so rejuvenated. I went in mid-​late July so there wasn’t as much water. This is probably why I could sit next to the waterfall on some of the smooth rocks.
The hike back up was such a mind game. It was so steep on some parts that I had to just remind myself to take it one step at a time. Remember, it’s all uphill when you go back!
It’s weird though, it took us 1.5−2 hours to get down to the falls, but 1 hour to get back! I guess when you really put your mind to it, going uphill isn’t so bad!