Famous for its giant sequoia trees and towering granite cliffs, Yosemite National Park is like a mecca for hikers. While trails to iconic landmarks like Half Dome and Yosemite Falls are reserved for more experienced hikers, there's still plenty of ways to see the best of Yosemite if you're looking for a casual adventure. These seven easy hikes in Yosemite are perfect for hikers of all skill levels and even families with kids. With these easygoing trails, everybody can experience the grand beauty of this stunning national park in Northern California.

1. Sentinel Meadow & Cook's Meadow Loop

An easygoing jaunt through two gorgeous meadows, this loop trail is just 2.25-miles-long and doesn't have any elevation gain. Enjoy views of various Yosemite landmarks like Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, and the historic Yosemite chapel. Check out the trail here.

2. Lower Yosemite Falls Trail

You'll have an awesome view of part of North America's tallest waterfall from the Lower Yosemite Falls Trail. Just a mile long, this paved loop trail takes you to several vantage points of Yosemite Falls and Yosemite Creek. Spring and summer is the best time to catch the waterfall in full force, but it's a beautiful walk any time of year. Check out the trail here.

3. Glacier Point Trail

Glacier Point is truly the slam dunk of easy hikes in Yosemite. Totaling a mile round-trip, the short and easy hike to this breathtaking view point is almost too good to be true. Much of the trail is even wheelchair accessible. For this reason, Glacier Point is a popular spot during the park's busy season. Check out the trail here.

4. Taft Point Trail

At just over two miles, this is another short hike in Yosemite that boasts views that seem like they should be reserved for a much harder trail. Although easy, you'll want to be sure to use caution if you explore this trail with kids. The steep drop-offs at Taft Point make for some awesome photos, but can be dangerous as there are no guard rails. Check out the trail here.

5. Mirror Lake Loop

The Mirror Lake Trail is an easy-moderate hike that leads directly to the lake while treating hikers to outstanding views. It's two miles round-trip to the lake, and five miles if you take the loop around the lake. Named for its brilliant reflections of the surrounding cliffs, Mirror Lake is definitely worth seeking out! Check out the trail here.

6. Tenaya Lake Trail

Tenaya Lake is perhaps one of Yosemite's most stunning lakes and you can experience its full glory with a brief, 2.2-mile loop trail. Taking you completely around the lake, you'll enjoy picturesque views of the lake and surrounding scenery on this simple little hike. Check out the trail here.

7. Wawona Meadow Loop

Wawona Meadow is a beautiful destination that doesn't see a lot of the crowds that are typically found in Yosemite. The once-paved 3.5-mile trail is nice and wide with very little elevation gain. The meadow is beautiful, although there's a 9-hole golf course located in the middle of it, and makes for one of the most serene destinations in Yosemite. Check out the trail here.

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