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How to Spend 3 Days in Yosemite With Kids
Planning a trip to Yosemite with kids? Get ready for fresh air, jaw-dropping views, and unforgettable memories. With easy trails, interactive nature experiences, and plenty of opportunities for fun (and snacks!), Yosemite is a dream destination for families. Staying...
San Francisco to Yosemite: A Car-Free Itinerary
Itinerary and blog by Annemarie Wong (Follow @TrainGirlSummer on TikTok to see her adventures) Think you need a car to experience Yosemite National Park? Think again. On our recent three-day trip, we traveled from San Francisco to Yosemite—completely car-free—and had...
Add These 4 Trails Outside Yosemite to Your Itinerary
Yosemite National Park is world-famous for its jaw-dropping landscapes and legendary hikes, but if you're looking to escape the crowds and discover hidden gems just outside the park, you're in luck! There are plenty of stunning hikes near Yosemite that offer...
8 Facts About Yosemite National Park You Might Not Know
Yosemite National Park is one of the most breathtaking places on Earth, drawing millions of visitors each year with its towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and serene meadows. But beyond its postcard-perfect views, Yosemite is packed with fascinating...
Discover the Best Campsite Near Yosemite National Park
Nestled just moments away from Yosemite National Park's western entrance, Indian Flat Campground stands as the premier destination for campers seeking an unforgettable experience in the heart of nature. As the closest campsite to the park, it offers unparalleled...
Yosemite Superbloom: Where and When to See It
Each spring, Yosemite National Park comes alive with a dazzling display of wildflowers, transforming meadows, hillsides, and riverbanks into a breathtaking palette of colors. This natural phenomenon, known as the Yosemite Superbloom, is a must-see for anyone wanting...
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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...