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Q&A with Ken Yager, Yosemite Climbing Association Founder & President

Q&A with Ken Yager, Yosemite Climbing Association Founder & President

Yosemite has long been the beating heart of the climbing world, a place where legends are made and lifelong connections are forged on granite walls. Few people know this better than Ken Yager, founder and president of the Yosemite Climbing Association. From his first...

The Best Yosemite Hotels with Shuttle Access

The Best Yosemite Hotels with Shuttle Access

Yosemite is one of those places that everyone should see at least once but no one tells you how much of your trip can be spent looking for a parking spot during peak season unless you plan ahead. Here’s the hack: stay somewhere with direct shuttle access to Yosemite...

Where to Stay Near Yosemite with Kids: 3 Amazing Family Friendly Places

Where to Stay Near Yosemite with Kids: 3 Amazing Family Friendly Places

Planning a trip to Yosemite with kids? You’re not alone, Yosemite National Park is one of the most iconic family road trip destinations in California. But before you start mapping out hikes and photo ops, there's one major question: where should you stay near Yosemite...

Yosemite in August: The Secret Sweet Spot of Summer

Yosemite in August: The Secret Sweet Spot of Summer

August is often overlooked in the Yosemite calendar but those who discover Yosemite in August know it’s the perfect sweet spot of summer. This is when the park’s natural beauty is shining, the days are reliably warm, and the crowds start to thin out just enough to...

Hiking in Yosemite When It’s Hot: Cool Trails & Shady Spots

Hiking in Yosemite When It’s Hot: Cool Trails & Shady Spots

Yosemite is a hiker’s paradise year-round, but when summer temperatures soar, it's important to plan your hikes wisely. Luckily, Yosemite National Park offers a variety of trails that provide shade, access to water, and cooler elevations, making it possible to enjoy...

Yosemite, Unplugged: The Summer Digital Detox

Yosemite, Unplugged: The Summer Digital Detox

In a world of constant notifications, endless emails, and always-on screens, it can be hard to truly disconnect. But nestled just outside the entrance of Yosemite National Park, there’s a different kind of connection waiting for you, one that doesn’t require Wi-Fi....

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Yosemite Wildflowers, Waterfalls, and Wildlife are Calling This Spring

Yosemite Wildflowers, Waterfalls, and Wildlife are Calling This Spring

An extraordinary winter promises an exceptional spring in Yosemite Mariposa County this year. Familiar waterfalls will gush like few visitors have ever seen, and seasonal cascades will remain active for longer this year. Wildflowers will flow in their way, too, with...