Its a 3.5 mile hike to the top of nevada falls on the mist trail. At the right time of year you can experience the falls at their peak flow. This was an unforgettable experience to stand at the bottom of this magnificent wonder of yosemite. There is so much water flying through the air this close to the falls that you're soaked instantly, be sure to be well prepared making this trek as it is about a 8.5 mi hike roundtrip.