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No Yosemite Peak Hours Reservation? Here Are 5 Things to Do

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

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

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

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...

6 Soft Adventures in Yosemite National Park

6 Soft Adventures in Yosemite National Park

Not everyone who visits Yosemite National Park is looking to summit Half Dome or backpack deep into the wilderness. Some are seeking gentler, low-impact ways to experience the park’s natural beauty—activities that still offer adventure without the need for intense...

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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...