Polly Dome facts for kids
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180° panorama of southeast side of Polly Dome viewed from Pywiack Dome
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| Elevation | 9,806 ft (2,989 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 1,086 ft (331 m) |
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 Polly Dome
Location in California
Polly Dome
Location in the United States
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| Location | Yosemite National Park, Mariposa County, California, U.S. |
| Parent range | Sierra Nevada |
| Topo map | USGS Tenaya Lake |
Polly Dome is a very tall granite dome in Yosemite National Park. It rises about 1,640 feet (500 meters) above Tenaya Lake and the Tioga Road. This huge rock formation is more than 3 kilometers (about 2 miles) long.
Polly Dome is a strong piece of granite that has survived a lot of glaciation (being shaped by glaciers) and exfoliation (peeling of rock layers). Trees grow on the less steep parts of its north and west sides.
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What is Polly Dome?
Polly Dome is a large, rounded rock formation made of granite. It is a famous landmark in the high country of Yosemite. Its impressive size shows how strong granite can be against the forces of nature.
How Tall is Polly Dome?
Polly Dome stands at 9,806 feet (2,989 meters) above sea level. This makes it a very high point in the park. From its top, you can see amazing views all around.
What is Stately Pleasure Dome?
The southwest end of Polly Dome includes a smaller, very steep part called the Stately Pleasure Dome. This part is about 740 feet (226 meters) lower than Polly Dome's main summit. It rises sharply about 900 feet (274 meters) from the edge of Tenaya Lake.
Amazing Views from Polly Dome
The top of Polly Dome offers clear, wide-open views. You can look east towards the Cathedral Range. To the north, you can see over Tuolumne Meadows to the Sierra Crest. Looking northwest, you'll see the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. To the southwest, you can even spot the famous Half Dome.
