Experience the majesty of America's tallest waterfall with this Upper Yosemite Falls Poster by Swell Scenes. Featuring the iconic 1,430-foot cascade plunging down Yosemite Valley's granite cliffs, this minimalist artwork captures the breathtaking power and beauty that inspired John Muir and Ansel Adams. Perfect for Yosemite visitors, California residents, National Park enthusiasts, Sierra Nevada hikers, and anyone who's stood in awe beneath this legendary waterfall.
Why You'll Love It
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Tallest Waterfall in North America: Celebrates the complete 2,425-foot Yosemite Falls (upper, middle, and lower cascades)—one of the world's highest free-leaping waterfalls and Yosemite Valley's most iconic feature.
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UNESCO World Heritage Site: Honors Yosemite National Park's legendary status among America's crown jewels, where granite cliffs, giant sequoias, and thundering waterfalls create unforgettable landscapes.
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Perfect Yosemite Gift: Ideal for Yosemite visitors, California natives, Sierra Nevada hikers, Half Dome climbers, John Muir admirers, or anyone with memories of spring runoff roaring down the valley.
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Classic Yosemite Scene: Minimalist design captures the timeless beauty that made Yosemite America's third National Park and a pilgrimage site for nature lovers worldwide.
About Upper Yosemite Falls, Yosemite National Park, California
Upper Yosemite Falls, the crown jewel of Yosemite Valley, represents one of North America's most spectacular natural wonders. The complete Yosemite Falls system plummets 2,425 feet in three sections—Upper Falls at 1,430 feet, the middle cascades at 675 feet, and Lower Falls at 320 feet—making it the tallest waterfall in North America and fifth-tallest in the world. Located in Yosemite National Park, California, this iconic cascade thunders down sheer granite cliffs in spring when Sierra Nevada snowmelt transforms it into a roaring torrent visible and audible throughout the valley. The Upper Yosemite Falls Trail, one of the park's most challenging and rewarding hikes, climbs 2,700 feet over 3.6 miles to the waterfall's brink, offering jaw-dropping views across Yosemite Valley to Half Dome, El Capitan, and the High Sierra. Peak flow occurs April through June when the falls reach maximum power, creating rainbows in the mist and a thunderous roar that echoes off valley walls, while late summer often reduces the falls to a trickle or dries them completely until winter snows return. Yosemite National Park, established in 1890 (though protected since 1864 with the Yosemite Grant signed by Abraham Lincoln), stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of America's most beloved natural treasures. The park showcases the Sierra Nevada's granite wonders—towering El Capitan (beloved by rock climbers worldwide), the distinctive Half Dome silhouette (Yosemite's most photographed landmark), Cathedral Rocks, Sentinel Rock, and Three Brothers. Beyond Yosemite Falls, the valley floor offers iconic views from Tunnel View, Glacier Point's panoramic vista 3,200 feet above the valley, and Mariposa Grove's giant sequoias. John Muir, the legendary naturalist and "Father of the National Parks," spent years in Yosemite and fought tirelessly for its protection, while photographer Ansel Adams immortalized its landscapes in black-and-white masterpieces that defined American wilderness photography. Located in California's Sierra Nevada just 3-4 hours from San Francisco and the Bay Area, Yosemite attracts over 4 million visitors annually who come to hike among giant sequoias, climb granite walls, backpack in the wilderness, and witness the grandeur that President Theodore Roosevelt and John Muir camped beneath in 1903. Whether you've hiked to the top of Yosemite Falls at sunrise, photographed the valley from Glacier Point, climbed Half Dome's cables, or simply gazed up at the cascading water from the valley floor, Yosemite represents the best of America's wild places—a landscape so spectacular it inspired the entire National Park movement. This poster honors the natural power and timeless beauty of Yosemite Falls and the magnificent valley it towers above.
Print & Frame Details
- Premium 189gsm matte paper using archival pigment inks
- Framed options include a 0.75″ (1.9 cm) Ayous wood frame in black, white, or natural
- Lightweight Acrylite front protector and hanging hardware included
- Available in multiple sizes, framed or unframed
- Printed to order to reduce waste and support sustainable practices
Thoughtful Craftsmanship
At Swell Scenes, every print is made to order with museum-quality materials. Our National Park series celebrates America's most iconic natural wonders and the legendary landscapes that define wilderness — made for park lovers, hikers, and anyone who carries Yosemite in their heart.
About Swell Scenes
Swell Scenes turns iconic National Parks and natural landmarks into bold, beautiful artwork that fits any space. With a passion for Yosemite's grandeur, California wilderness, and America's protected landscapes, our posters bring the parks and places that inspire adventure into your home.
