Located on the east end of Yosemite Valley, Washington Column is the obvious prow of overhanging rock east of the Ahwahnee Hotel. The east face of the Washington Column formation offers clean and continuous crack systems ascending steep terrain. Some of the standout routes on the south face are: “Astroman” and “The Prow”. Approach from the small dirt parking lot just east of the Ahwahnee Hotel and walk along the bike path to reach the climbers trail. Another option is to park at the overnight parking area and grab the shuttle over to Mirror Lake Trailhead. From there, gain the bike path to the climbers trail.