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Beat the Yosemite Crowds: Early Morning and Evening Adventures
Yosemite is one of the most visited national parks in the country, and for good reason — the views are jaw-dropping, the trails unforgettable, and the wildlife plentiful. But with all that beauty comes the crowds, especially during peak season and hours. The good...
Adventure Begins Outside Yosemite: Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, Rafting & More
Yosemite National Park may be the crown jewel of the Sierra Nevada, but some of the best adventures start before you even set foot inside. Whether you didn’t score a peak hours reservation, or you’re spending a few extra days in the area, there’s no shortage of...
No Yosemite Peak Hours Reservation? Here Are 5 Things to Do
Yosemite National Park’s peak hours reservation system is designed to reduce congestion during the busiest times of day. But if your preferred time slot is already booked, don’t worry. Even without a reservation, your Yosemite experience can still be packed with...
5 Scenic Drives That Start at El Portal
Nestled along the Merced River, El Portal is more than just the gateway to Yosemite National Park—it’s the perfect launching point for some of the most breathtaking scenic drives in the Sierra Nevada. Whether you're staying at a Yosemite-area hotel or just passing...
Your Guide to the 2025 Yosemite Entrance Reservations System
As we look forward to the summer of 2025, Yosemite National Park has implemented an entrance reservation system to help manage visitor numbers and protect the park’s natural beauty—ensuring a more enjoyable experience for all. When are Yosemite Entrance Reservations...
7 Tips for International Travelers Headed to Yosemite
Yosemite National Park is a bucket-list destination for travelers around the world, offering iconic granite cliffs, thundering waterfalls, and serene alpine meadows. If you're planning your first visit to this legendary landscape from abroad, a little extra prep can...
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Nature Turns on When Yosemite Empties in Autumn
Article originally appeared in SFGATE. Like in many national parks, autumn in Yosemite is a time to reset. Most visitors have returned to jobs and schools, cooler temperatures prevail and golden light baths the valley most evenings. Park rangers and lodging hosts...
Yosemite in Winter: Quiet, Beautiful, and Dynamic
Article originally appeared in SFGATE. Don’t let the quiet fool you. Winter brings plenty of activity — both the human and animal kind — to the Sierra Nevada. While the season is associated with animal hibernation and leafless trees, the canvas actually spreads wider...
There’s Plenty of Room in Yosemite this Fall to Discover Golden History
Yosemite may not be the oldest national park in America, but there is little doubt it contains the most history for a wilderness-based national preserve. The Southern Sierra Miwok have lived in and around the Yosemite Valley for millennia. More recently, the...