The bypass, the , has its own pleasures.? It has the park's best view of Vernal Falls.? The viewpoint is about half way down from Clark Point to Merced River Bridge at the top of the Silver Apron.? While the Mist Trail on the section next to Nevada Falls isn't wet like the section next to Vernal Falls, it's still mighty scenic.? There are some downsides.? It involves an extra 400' drop and associated climb.? It's steep in spots.? It's closed to stock, which is a minus for some and a plus for others.?
Jim Ringland