Top 5 Must-See Attractions in Yosemite | National Geographic
By placing Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove under federal protection in 1864, Abraham Lincoln paved the way for what would later become California's Yosemite National Park. See the tallest waterfall in North America, massive sequoia trees in Mariposa Grove, and endless wildlife throughout the park. From mountainous vistas to valleys of wildflowers, it is clear why this sprawling wilderness has awed and inspired the likes of John Muir and Ansel Adams.
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Yosemite National Park Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
Yosemite National Park sits on the western slopes of California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains. Most visitors spend their time in Yosemite Valley, which despite being only 7 miles long and 1 mile wide, packs in more jaw-dropping scenery than just about any other place on Earth.
Near the valley entrance stop at Tunnel View, and stand before a panorama that’s reduced generations of visitors to silence. From Tunnel View it’s just a short drive to Bridalveil Fall. Fed by snowmelt, the fall reaches its thundering peak in May.
The Yosemite Valley ring road follows the banks of the Merced River, which shifts in character as it thunders from the valley walls, before gently winding across the valley floor. The ring road is dotted with trailheads that lead to 800 miles of hiking trails. The Four Mile Trail climbs the valley’s southern wall to two of Yosemite’s great outlooks, Glacier Point and Washburn Point. Further along the ring road is the trailhead for The Mist Trail, which offers stunning views of Vernal and Nevada Falls.
For thousands of years, the Ahwaneechee had villages throughout this valley, but it was at the base of Yosemite Falls where their great chief resided. Take the one-hour hike to the lower falls, or spend the day climbing all the way to the upper falls.
To the north of Yosemite Valley, is Tioga Road, one of the USA’s most scenic highways. Fill your lungs with alpine air at Olmsted Point, refresh yourself by the waters of Tenaya Lake, then spend the day at Tuolumne Meadow, the traditional summer hunting grounds of the Ahwaneechee.
From its high country to its waterfalls, its towering sequoia groves to its valley meadows, Yosemite is an American story unlike any other.
Yosemite National Park Top 5 Attractions
Yosemite National Park Top 5 Attractions - That can be seen in a single day!
Yosemite National Park is famous for its giant hanging valleys, majestic waterfalls, and massive domes. Here are our top 5 attractions.
1. El Capitan and Horsetail Fall
2. Yosemite Fall - upper, middle and lower
3. Vernal Fall - and the mist trail
4. Tunnel View
5. Glacier Point - and the drive into Glacier Point
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10 Best Places to Visit in California - Travel Video
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10 Best Places to Visit in California 2019 - Travel Video
There’s more to California than just movie stars and Disneyland. This is a state that boasts a large number of stunning natural attractions, including beautiful beaches, serene deserts and majestic mountains. California is also home to a number of exciting major cities, charming towns and to some of the world’s best wineries.
30 Things to do in California in 4 Minutes
California has so many amazing places to explore, so I wanted to spotlight 30 great spots that you could visit in 2019. Let me know how many of these you have been to in the comments and if you have additional suggestions of what to see in California.
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1. Visit Yosemite Valley -
2. Road trip Big Sur -
3. Lava Beds National Monument -
4. Take the boat to the Channel Islands -
5. Visit the California Railroad Museum -
6. Hike to Hollywood Sign -
7. Watch the sunrise over Emerald Bay -
8. Explore Angels Island -
9. See the stars at Griffith Observatory -
10. Marvel at Burney Falls -
11. Hike the Rubicon Trail in Lake Tahoe -
12. Visit the ghost town of Bodie -
13. Kayak in the La Jolla Cove -
14. Photograph the sunset over the Golden Gate Bridge -
15. Spend a day with the statues of Anza Borrego -
16. Wander through Monterey Aquarium -
17. Drive on the sand in Pismo Beach -
18. Stroll the Venice Canals -
19. Road trip to Salvation Mountain -
20. Wine taste in Sonoma -
21. Experience Badwater Basin -
22. Tour Hearst Castle -
23. Walk along the beach at Torrey Pines -
24. Ride a cable car -
25. Tour the Broad Museum -
26. Experience sunset in Joshua Tree National Park -
27. Stare up at the Redwoods -
28. Hang out with the elephant seals -
29. Explore the museums of Balboa Park -
30. Ride the Palm Springs Tram -
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10 Best California Adventures in 2017
2017 was a great year for exploring California, especially with all the rain and snow we got which lead to beautiful waterfalls and wildflowers. These were my ten favorite adventures of the year. Read more about all of them below and let me know what your favorites were in the comments.
Highlight video 2017 -
1. Cloud's Rest -
2. South Lake Tahoe -
3. Highway 395 -
4. Napa -
5. San Francisco Christmas -
6. Yosemite High Country -
7. Three Sisters Falls -
8. Channel Islands -
9. Carrizo Plains -
10. National Parks -
TOP 10 Things to Do in CALIFORNIA in 2019 | Travel Guide
In this video, we’ll show you 10 best things to do in California.
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Top 5 Hotels Near Yosemite National Park, California, USA
Top 5 Hotels Near Yosemite National Park, California, USA
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❖ Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite
3-star hotel
34001 CA-120, Groveland, California 95321, USA
Phone: +1 209-379-2373
~1.5 miles from Yosemite National Park
❖ Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite
4-star hotel
1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp, California 93623, USA
Phone: +1 888-514-2167
~3.1 miles from Yosemite National Park
❖ Yosemite Lodging at Big Creek Inn B&B
4-star hotel
1221 Highway 41, Fish Camp, California 93623, USA
Phone: +1 559-641-2828
~2.2 miles from Yosemite National Park
❖ Sierra Sky Ranch, an Ascend Hotel Collection Oakhurst
3-star hotel
50552 Road 632, Oakhurst, California 93644, USA
Phone: +1 559-683-8040
~12.0 miles from Yosemite National Park
❖ The Pines Resort & Conference Center
4-star hotel
54432 Road 432 P.O. Box 90, Bass Lake, California 93604, USA
Phone: +1 559-642-3121
~18.5 miles from Yosemite National Park
Top 10 Things to SEE in CALIFORNIA!
There are SO many things to do and see in California, partially because its got it all... mountains, deserts, the ocean, surf towns, big cities, beautiful parks, and a very eclectic mix of people. We highly recommend spending some time in the lesser known places in Cali to really get a full idea of the kinds of adventures you can create, but also you have to see the iconic touristy stuff like the Hollywood sign, Santa Monica blvd, and hit the big National Parks like Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon. Here are our Top 10 things to see in Cali!
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