Yosemite National Park
About this place
Yosemite National Park, California is one of the most beautiful and popular areas in the United States. It is a great destination for outdoor activities and attractions. There are many top trails and activities to explore in and near the area. From hiking, biking, fishing, and camping to scenic drives and must-visit attractions, Yosemite National Park has it all. Visitors can also enjoy the stunning views of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, El Capitan, and Glacier Point. With so many adventures to choose from, Yosemite National Park is the perfect place for adventurers.
Top Spots in and near Yosemite National Park, California, United States
7082 Glacier Point Road
5.0
· 1 reviews
The goal for our weekend was to do some winter camping in the Yosemite backcountry; we decided on Sentinel Dome as our destination. The trail is a cakewalk during the summer, but winter turns it into a 10 mile uphill grind from the car. Most people opt to head for the ski hut at Glacier Point, but S...
Chilnualna Falls Trailhead
Hiking and camping at Buena Vista Lake is a beautiful way to see the south side of Yosemite… the name says it all. With beautiful 360 degree views from Buena Vista Peak you get to look at the backside of Half Dome, up to Clouds Rest and all the domes and peaks in-between. You can reach the trailhead...
McGurk Meadow Trailhead
5.0
· 3 reviews
Before you start, be sure to visit the Yosemite Valley Visitor Center and grab an overnight permit. More info on this at nps.gov . This trail meanders through beautiful, dense meadows full of wildlife - watch for bears! When you're not hiking among the wildflowers and babbling brooks, you're encompa...
Dog Lake Trailhead
5.0
· 3 reviews
This trip is best done as a 3 day, 2 night backpacking trip making camp at Young Lakes, however it is possible to do it in a single day long haul. Start at the Lembert Dome Parking Lot and take the trail via the Dog Lake route towards Young Lakes. It's about 7 miles to the upper of the three Young L...
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA
4.5
· 6 reviews
Valley View is a must stop viewpoint in Yosemite National Park. Most people visit Valley View on their way out of the park as it is the last stop, located along the one-way Northside Drive. Look for a small parking area to your left just before Pohono Bridge. There are only about a dozen parking spo...
Badger Pass
5.0
· 1 reviews
Known for its breathtaking vistas, towering granite faces, and thundering waterfalls, Yosemite National Park truly is one of the world’s most astounding landscapes. Though the park covers nearly 1200 square miles, the vast majority of the ~4 million annual visitors spend almost all their time around...
Panoramic Trail, Panoramic Trail
4.5
· 2 reviews
The hike begins at Glacier Point. Find the marker for the Panorama Trail just beyond the viewing steps (to the right, if you’re looking at Half Dome). The first section of the hike will be lined with open views of Half Dome , Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls . It will be hard not to stop to listen to t...
Crescent Lake
Crescent Lake is another beautiful spot a long the Beuna Vista loop. Starting at the Chilnualna Falls Trailhead in Wawona, you start your journey climbing about 4.6 miles and 2,300 feet to the top of Chilnualna Falls (always a good place to rest). Beyond the falls, continue a long the trail and alwa...
Tuolumne Meadows Campground
Before you head out for the trip, you’ll need to get a wilderness permit. You can get one online from the Yosemite website or pick one up at the Tuolumne Meadows Wilderness Center or from the Wilderness Center in Yosemite Valley. Go to Yosemite and take Highway 120 up to Tuolumne Meadows. You can pa...
V7 Yosemite Valley
4.0
· 1 reviews
A Yosemite Valley trip in May has tourist filled buses, noisy car alarms, and crowded trails written all over it. Thus, I wanted to avoid the beaten path. Looking into possible destinations, John Muir once said in regards to Eagle Peak, "where the most comprehensive of all the views to be had on the...
Yosemite National Park, CA
5.0
· 4 reviews
Take the one-hour shuttle ride from the Yosemite Lodge to the Yosemite Ski Area , so that you don't have to worry about driving in the snowy conditions, or finding parking. If you don’t own snowshoes, you can easily rent a pair from the rental shop for the day. Current rates are $24.00 for a full da...
Tuolumne Meadows Campground
5.0
· 2 reviews
Tuolumne Meadows at an elevation of 8,619 feet exemplifies the high country of the Sierra Nevada, with its sweeping sub-alpine meadows, granite domes, summer wildflowers and meandering rivers. When the forest opens up park along the side of the road and find a trail. There are also plenty of nearby ...
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA
4.7
· 3 reviews
This location turned out to be one of our favorite unplanned stops in the Yosemite Valley to photograph and explore. Stoneman Bridge was constructed in 1933 and spans 72 feet long. The Merced River flows under this classic stone bridge providing very photogenic reflections, with Half Dome in the bac...
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA
4.0
· 1 reviews
Bringing my bike to the Valley was one of the best decisions I have made on my many trips there. Everything changed after that visit and there will never be another time (unless in the dead of winter) that my bike will not be there with me. The reason is simple: everything is heightened. When Yosemi...
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA
The Penthouse Cracks in Yosemite Valley are a great introduction to crack climbing, in a safe environment. With fixed protection above the routes, you are able to safely top rope these climbs. Featuring a 5.8, two 5.10 climbs, and a 5.11, everyone can find something fun to try. Park at Yosemite Lodg...
Chilnualna Falls Trailhead
Your trek begins at the Chilnualna Falls trailhead in Wawona near the South Gate in Yosemite. The first suggestion I have is to check the weather in the area to make sure you won't be slowed down by rain or snow. It's about 12 miles from the trailhead to the lake and if you are a swift hiker and tak...