Spending the holidays in Yosemite is the perfect way to make memories that will last a lifetime. From sleigh rides to snowshoeing, snowboarding and skiing, the holidays have never been more exciting or heartwarming than in Mariposa County. Check out more reasons why spending the holidays in Yosemite is worth it.
Winter is well on its way, and with Yosemite National Park opened all year long, knowing the best way to get to Yosemite in winter is something all visitors to the area value. From snow covered valley floors, breathtaking scenery, and the quiet that comes from observing each snowflake falling gently from the sky, traveling safely to Yosemite in the colder months is a bit different than visiting during the spring and summer seasons. Learn more about the best ways to get to Yosemite in the winter.
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The holidays commemorate a coming together with friends and family to appreciate life’s gifts and enjoy quality time. It also happens to be a magical time to be in the Sierra Nevada foothills. So, why not combine the two? Here are 10 reasons why you should consider a “staycation” at a vacation rental in Mariposa County for your upcoming celebration.
Nestled among a forested mountain setting dusted with snow, Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is a picture perfect holiday getaway complete with all the makings for magical seasonal fun. This AAA Four-Diamond Yosemite winter wonder lodge delights visitors with festive décor and a range of activities from epic gingerbread house decorating sessions, to twirling around an outdoor ice rink next to a crackling fire, ensuring that ever every visit is truly wrapped up with a bow.
In Yosemite Mariposa County, it’s hard not to love every season, our backdrop is just too gorgeous. Here are just a few ways to enjoy an autumn vacation in Yosemite Mariposa County from Thanksgiving dinners to fireside storytelling.
If you are looking for an easy going, affordable and uniquely located ski and snowboard mountain, look no further. Yosemite Ski and Snowboard Area is the ultimate winter destination for an unforgettable time. Bring the whole family and friends to enjoy playing in the snow because this spot is not only novice friendly – it offers a range of activities to accommodate everyone.
Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite has exciting news. Coming Summer 2019, 50 new “Explorer Cabins” will open. Experience all the mountains have to offer from the privacy of your own modern, two-bedroom cabin. Come together with your family and other guests at the 1,800-square-foot Explorer Lounge and communal firepits. Nestled among a fishing pond and creek, you’ll feel like you’re miles from civilization.
Thankfully the physical impact left behind is incredibly minimal within Yosemite National Park’s boundary. Tourists can enjoy all the icons they have been dreaming to see, and most will not even be aware the event took place as they take in the famous jaw-dropping scenery.
There’s no better way to cap off the end of the year than to get away to Yosemite Mariposa County for the holidays this year.