Yosemite Village, California
Yosemite Village, California is the top spot for outdoor adventures. The best trails and outdoor activities can be found here. The Mist Trail, a must-visit, is a challenging 7-mile round trip that takes you past Vernal and Nevada Falls. Marvel at the stunning rock formations and the roaring rivers. The Yosemite Falls Trail, another must-see, offers a panoramic view of Yosemite Valley and Half Dome. At 2.4 miles round trip, it's perfect for a quick but scenic hike. For a more relaxed activity, visit the Yosemite Valley Loop Trail. This 11.5-mile trail takes you through meadows and forests, and past the Merced River. Don't miss out on the outdoor attractions in and near Yosemite Village.
Top Spots in and near Yosemite Village
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Mammoth Lakes, California
Ski and Snowboard Mammoth
5.0At 11,053 feet, Mammoth boasts the highest summit of any California resort, making for deeper, higher quality snow, beautiful views and a season that can last until July. And with 3,500 skiable acres, 400 inches of snowfall and an average of 300 days of sunshine per year, we enjoy re-earning our...Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
Take the Panorama Gondola to the Summit of Mammoth Mountain
3.5The summit of Mammoth at 11,053 feet provides one of the most stunning views you'll find in California. Take a scenic trip up the Panorama Gondola for a 360 degree vista of Sierra Nevada peaks and a commanding view of the San Joaquin River Valley below. Grab a lunch at the cafe at the top, then v...Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
Ride Mammoth's Bike Park
4.5Mammoth Mountain Bike Park offers terrain for every ability level, boasting 3,500 acres and over 80 miles of single track. We offer the best beginner experience in the industry with the Discovery Zone, miles and miles of forested intermediate trail riding and are the leaders in building diverse a...Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
Tubing at Woolly's Tube Park
There probably isn't a more fun way to goof around and play in the snow. And we take it up a notch - skip the hiking, and catch a lift to the top, then bomb down as fast as you dare in one of our high-speed snow tubes. (Children must be 42" to tube.)Highlights include everything you could be look...Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
Romantic Sunset Snowcat Tour
Take a ride in a snowcat for one of the most unique excursions in the Eastern Sierra. Experience the sights and sounds of the backcountry in the heated comfort of a luxury snowcat.After a day on the slopes, celebrate a spectacular view over the Ritter Range and the Minarets with a champagne toast...Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
Cross Country Skiing at Mammoth Mountain
5.0Slip away to a scenic winter wonderland. Leave it all behind and explore the Mammoth Lakes Basin on Nordic skis or snowshoes. Rentals, lessons and guided tours are available from Tamarack Cross Country Ski Center so you can experience the serene beauty of alpine lakes and ancient forests on over ...Read more -
June Lake, California
Obsidian Dome West Loop
6.03 mi / 732.94 ft gainThe Obsidian Dome Trailhead provides access to a large network of winter hiking trails through Inyo National Forest. These are marked trails that are groomed on an intermittent basis by the National Forest Service. To find the trailhead and parking area, drive north on highway 395 from Mammoth La...Read more -
Lee Vining, California
Hike Panum Crater Trail
5.03.3 mi / 874 ft gainIf you are visiting Mono Lake, the Panum Crater Trail is not to be missed! From 395, take highway 120 east for about 2.5 miles. Look for a small wooden sign for Panum Crater and turn left onto a dirt road. If you reach the turn-off to the South Tufa Area, you have gone too far! After about a mile...Read more -
Groveland, California
Drive the Yosemite Valley Loop
4.3Upon entering Yosemite Valley National Park I made it a point to see Half Dome, El Capitan, and Washington Column and several other famous Yosemite formations. What I didn't realize was as soon as I entered The Village was that all could be seen within a 15 minute loop around the valley floor. Th...Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
Inyo Craters Trail
4.51.51 mi / 253 ft gainInyo Craters Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Mammoth Lakes, California.Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
McLeod Lake
5.01.84 mi / 390 ft gainStart your journey at the Mammoth Pass Trailhead at the back of the parking lot for Horseshoe Lake. From the start, the trail ascends steadily through dense pines, and big granite stair steps. Although it is a moderately steep route (and the altitude doesn't help), it is only about 0.6 miles to ...Read more -
Lee Vining, California
Mono Lake's South Tufa Loop
4.40.91 mi / 39 ft gainMono Lake is was formed at least 760,000 years ago, making it one of North America's oldest lake. Explore the coastline of this unique lake filled with unusual rock formations called tufas. Photograph the tufa towers with the majestic mountains in the background. The towers can make for some very...Read more -
Lee Vining, California
Camp at Mono Lake
5.0Many people visit Mono Lake for a quick photo opportunity of the South Tufa. When I discovered camping was allowed on the North side of the lake, I knew I had to experience it and share.You head East on Cemetery Rd. just North of Lee Vining. This road turns into a dirt road, which will require yo...Read more -
Lee Vining, California
Explore the Black Point Fissures
4.32 mi / 500 ft gainThis area is such a great way to spend time exploring. It's a lot different than what it's surrounded by, making it a great change of pace in the Eastern Sierra.Just East of Lee Vining, California is Black Point, which sits on the North side of the massive Mono Lake...Which used to be an underwat...Read more -
Lee Vining, California
Explore the Mono Lake Tufas under the Milky Way
5.0This past spring, I got the urge to photograph the Milky Way over the other-worldly landscape of Mono Lake, a large, desert saline lake at the edge of the eastern Sierras in California. One of the the lake's defining features is it’s incredible tufa rock formations, a variety of limestone. The e...Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
Panorama Dome
4.00.91 mi / 259 ft gainThis is a great short hike, located near the turn off for Twin Lakes. Once you reach the top, you’ll be rewarded with 360 degree views of the lakes basin, the town, Mammoth Mountain, and the White Mountains. There was a little snow left at the top, when we hiked it over Memorial Day weekend. Eve...Read more
