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Ultimate Guide to Yosemite National Park Things to do in Yosemite National Park Best Way to See Yosemite Yosemite Valley Half Dome Half Dome Hike Mariposa Grove Ansel Adams Gallery El Capitan Tunnel View Bridalveil Fall Yosemite Falls Mist Trail Mirror Lake Trail Tioga Road Tenaya Lake Tuolumne Meadows Cycling Yosemite Yosemite Museum Glacier Point…
Even if, like me, you’ve never driven a motorcycle, the Can-Am Ryker is for you. Fact checked by Elizabeth MacLennan Photo: Ross Robinson / Uncharted Society “The feeling of going that speed on open roads, it’s awesome,” Kristina Tracy, owner of Yosemite Adventure Co., says to me, removing her helmet in the parking lot of…
Content Summary Yosemite National Park Napa Valley Wineries Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Big Sur Coastline General Sherman Tree, Sequoia National Park Hearst Castle The Hollywood Sign Disneyland Badwater Basin, Death Valley National Park Iconic California Beaches California Farm to Table Agriculture Finding California’s Best: Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall Yosemite National Park Photo: Jen Pollack…
Summary Bear Awareness in Yosemite and Sequoia-Kings Canyon How to Keep Your Vehicle Bear Safe How to Keep Bears Out of Your Campsite How to Stay Safe from Bears, Everywhere Else Bears and Camping Safety in Yosemite and Sequoia-Kings Canyon Bears can pose significant challenges for campers in Yosemite National Park and Sequoia-Kings Canyon National…
Summary of Easy Hiking Trails in Yosemite Valley Mirror Lake Hike Bridalveil Fall Hike Lower Yosemite Falls Hike Vernal Fall Footbridge Hike Sentinel and Cook’s Meadow Hike Mirror Lake Hike 2 miles round trip to Mirror Lake and back, starting at 4,000 ft with a 100 ft elevation gain The trailhead is at Shuttle Stop…
Summary of Your Yosemite Adventure Why Should You Go? Will You Like Yosemite? Best Time to Visit Yosemite If Time Is Short, Don’t Miss These Views 5 More Great Things to Do in Yosemite Annual Events You Should Know About at Yosemite Tips for Visiting Yosemite Yosemite’s Best Bites Where to Stay at Yosemite Where…
Yosemite Valley Guide Summary Iconic Points of Interest Sights and Things to Do Food and Lodging Getting Around the Valley Yosemite Valley is what most visitors think of when they say “Yosemite.” Seven miles long and one mile wide at its broadest, its glacier-carved granite walls are near vertical, hemming it in with mile-high cliffs….
Summary of Camping Options Near Yosemite National Park Groveland Camping Highway 41 Camping Highway 140 Camping Camping Around Tioga Pass Most Yosemite visitors want to camp inside the national park. This is a good idea, and camping in the national park campgrounds saves time on driving around. However, the sad truth is that Yosemite doesn’t…
Summary Yosemite Weather in Summer Water at Yosemite in Summer Wildflowers at Yosemite in Summer Fires Can Affect Yosemite in Summer What’s Open at Yosemite During the Summer What to Pack Yosemite Summer Picnics Photographing Yosemite in Summer Summer is the most popular time of year in Yosemite National Park. As the wildflowers fade and…
Visit Yosemite National Park: A One-Day Guide Introduction to Yosemite’s Natural Beauty Essential Tips for a Memorable Day Trip Estimated Time for Your Adventure Long-time Yosemite naturalist Carl Sharsmith was once asked what he would do if he only had a day to see Yosemite. “Madam,” he replied, “I’d sit by the Merced River and…
1. Plan Your Trip Like a Pro 2. Go at the Right Time 3. Stay in the Right Place for You 4. Reserve Ahead for Camping 5. Know the Weather 6. Bring the Right Stuff 7. Be Smart About Sightseeing 8. Don’t Drive in Traffic 9. Avoid Gridlock Inside Yosemite 10. Fuel Up Before You…
1. Overview of Tuolumne Meadows Tuolumne Meadows is perhaps Yosemite Valley’s best-kept secret, overshadowed in size and popularity by the nearby famous valley. Many Yosemite visitors spend all their time in the Valley, neglecting to explore Tuolumne Meadows. 2. Visiting Tuolumne Meadows However, while you’re in the Yosemite area, Tuolumne Meadows is definitely a trip…
Yosemite Camping Reservations Guide When Do You Need Yosemite Camping Reservations? How to Make Yosemite Camping Reservations Getting Ready to Make Reservations You Can Camp at Yosemite Without Reservations Checking In If you’ve tried and failed before, Yosemite camping reservations may seem like an impossible task to accomplish. One of America’s most beloved national parks…
Summary Best in Yosemite Valley Best Value for Money – Evergreen Lodge The Most Amenities – Tenaya Lodge Best on Highway 140 – Yosemite View Lodge Best for Families and Friendly Groups Cheapest Option – Tent Cabins Best Hotels in Yosemite The hotels listed below are the best in their category for the Yosemite area….
Summary Overview of Tioga Pass Best Scenic Stops Accessing Tioga Pass When is it Open? Overview of Tioga Pass Tioga Pass serves as a passageway rather than a destination in itself. Standing at an impressive 9,941 feet above sea level, it connects Yosemite Valley with eastern California. The journey across Tioga Pass is considered one…
Summary Yosemite Falls Bridalveil Fall Horsetail Fall Sentinel Falls Ribbon Fall Nevada Fall Vernal Falls Wapama Falls Chilnualna Falls Waterfalls are a prominent part of the Yosemite landscape, cascading over glacier-carved cliffs into the valley below. Some waterfalls flow year-round, although the volume can vary significantly. In spring, melting snow fills these streams, and during…
Summary Why Visit Glacier Point What to Expect Hiking to Glacier Point Getting to Glacier Point Glacier Point Schedule and Closures Visiting Glacier Point, Yosemite Fact checked by Erin Medlicott Don’t get all excited when you read Glacier Point, thinking there’s a glacier in Yosemite National Park. There used to be one, but that was…
Summary Yosemite National Park Apps Overview Chimani App for Yosemite REI’s National Parks App Other Useful Apps Top Apps for Yosemite National Park Yosemite National Park offers a variety of mobile apps designed to enhance your visit. However, not all apps perform well when installed. The following selection includes only those that have been thoroughly…
Summary Discover the Magic of Yosemite in Winter Explore Open Trails Driving Safely in Snowy Conditions Importance of Layering Your Clothing Fun Winter Activities Wildlife Spotting in Yosemite Monitoring Seasonal Closures Cultural Respite at Park Museums Small crowds, big fun — here’s why a Yosemite winter visit should be on your travel list and what…
Summary Cleanup Effort at Rush Creek Lodge Yosemite Facelift Project Post-Cleanup Pampering Options Benefits of Visiting in Autumn Other Volunteer Opportunities in National Parks Cleanup Effort at Rush Creek Lodge A hotel near Yosemite National Park is trading trash for spa treatments by pampering guests who volunteer to clean up the park. Yosemite Facelift Project…