Things to do in Yosemite National Park
Popular picks: Hike to Half Dome · Explore Yosemite Valley · Visit Glacier Point · See Yosemite Falls · Hike to Vernal and Nevada Falls · Camp at one of the many campgrounds · Take a scenic drive along Tioga Pass · Go rock climbing on El Capitan · Explore the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias · Attend a ranger-led program · Photography at Tunnel View · Visit the Ansel Adams Gallery · Go bird watching · Bike the Yosemite Valley Loop · Rafting on the Merced River
Mariposa GroveFree4.7Explore Yosemite's historic sanctuary of towering ancient giant sequoia trees
Merced River TrailFree4.7Scenic riverfront trail offering tranquil hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Tuolumne MeadowsFree4.7Explore Yosemite's vast subalpine meadow framed by towering granite domes.
Yosemite Valley ChapelFree4.7Historic 1870s wooden chapel offering scenic views of Yosemite Valley
Yosemite Valley Visitor CenterFree4.7Discover Yosemite's natural history, maps, exhibits, and park information year-round.
D. L. Bliss State ParkFree4.6Explore scenic Lake Tahoe shorelines, sandy beaches, and granite hiking trails.
Hetch Hetchy ReservoirFree4.6A tranquil Yosemite escape featuring dramatic granite cliffs and reservoir views
Merced RiverFree4.6A scenic river flowing through Yosemite Valley with breathtaking granite views
Mirror LakeFree4.6Discover breathtaking views and Half Dome reflections at Yosemite's Mirror Lake.
The California State Mining and Mineral Museum$4.6Discover California's rich Gold Rush history and dazzling state mineral collection.
The Ansel Adams Gallery$4.5Discover iconic fine art photography in the heart of Yosemite Valley
Yosemite MuseumFree4.5Explore Native American history and culture in the heart of Yosemite.
CA-140FreeScenic all-weather highway leading directly into stunning Yosemite Valley
El Portal RoadFreeA scenic mountain road connecting El Portal to Yosemite Valley
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