Rick has been to this bridge many times to look at Half Dome and see if it reflects in the Mered River. In the late summer and autumn, when the river's flow is low is usually the best time. Many people visit Yosemite in the spring and early summer when the waterfalls have much more water, but that can also make for a lot more ripples in the river's surface. This image was taken at the end of September, 2012, around 5 PM. The face of Half Dome is usually in shadow in the morning, so waiting until the afternoon to photograph will ensure that it is well-lit. Using the trees to frame both Half Dome and its reflection worked out well in this shot. Sometimes landscape features don't reflect in water the way you might expect. In this photo, due to the trees and the angle, there's actually less of Half Dome showing in the reflection than in the straight view, but it's still plenty for the viewer to know what it is.
This view is from Sentinel Bridge, which is near the cliff that leads up to Sentinel Point, which leads further along the high ground to Sentinel Dome. Though less famous than Half Dome, those other features can be photogenic, too. The view from the top of Sentinel Dome might be the best place to see all of Yosemite Falls.
Remember, it's not just a photo, it's a story.
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