Yosemite national park california. Plan your vacation to yosemite today. An icon of americas majestic natural beauty californias yosemite national park welcomes millions of visitors each yeardrawn to its dramatic waterfalls giant sequoias abundant wildlife and awe inspiring cliffs like half dome and el capitan. Yosemite national park scenic mountain region in east central california us.
Early birds avoid traffic. Yosemite national park in mariposa county is home to majestic attractions and premier lodging. Visit top rated must see attractions.
See 36917 traveler reviews and photos of yosemite national park tourist attractions. Yosemite national park located in eastern california is one of the most visited national parks in the united states. First protected in 1864 yosemite national park is best known for its waterfalls but within its nearly 1200 square miles you can find deep valleys grand meadows ancient giant sequoias a vast wilderness area and much more.
Yosemite valley is the main destination for most visitors but there are many places to go in the park. It is situated about 140 miles 225 km east of the city of san francisco and some 100 miles 160 km southeast of sacramento. 3029 km 2 and sits in four counties.
Tucked into the mountains of california yosemite national park is renowned for its granite cliffs and waterfalls. A must see for any trip to california. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in yosemite national park california on tripadvisor.
The bulk of yosemite national park lies above the valley a vast expanse of high country meadows mountains and forest that includes the headwaters of several mighty rivers and more than 1100. Find what to do today this weekend or in august. Yosemite national park j o s m t i yoh sem i tee is an american national park located in the western sierra nevada of central california bounded on the southeast by sierra national forest and on the northwest by stanislaus national forestthe park is managed by the national park service and covers an area of 748436 acres 1169 sq mi.
From spring through fall arrive in the park before or after peak hours before 9 am and after 5 pm to avoid delays and traffic congestion.