Artist Point Hike Yosemite. A quick stop at washburn point is a must as well. Instead, you get to turn left onto the old stagecoach road into yosemite valley (the orange line on the above map) and gradually descend a couple hundred feet over just under half a mile to reach artist point.
A short (2 miles round trip) hike to a viewpoint similar to the tunnel view but without the crowds. Artist point is the top competitor for best viewpoint in the state. The trail is primarily used for hiking and bird watching and is best used from april until october.
The trail to inspiration point resumes on the opposite side of the old road.
Artist point is the top competitor for best viewpoint in the state. Be inspired to swap the tunnel view crowds for a serene way to experience yosemite's signature vista. Just a mile away from the popular tunnel view overlook, this hike to artist point in yosemite national park feels like it’s a world away. Artist point ” eric june 3, 2012 at 2:18 am.