Lodging

Covering nearly 1,500 square miles, Yosemite Mariposa County is home to an eye-popping panorama of diverse landscapes. From rolling Sierra foothills to soaring Yosemite National Park peaks, its eight — […]

From snow-capped peaks to waterfall-lush valleys, the topography of the Sierra is a sight to behold. John Muir put a bow on it when he wrote: “Nature’s peace will flow […]

Many of us on the West Coast know the drill when it comes to snagging a campsite in Yosemite National Park. Set your coffee maker for 6:30 am, log in […]

The backpacking dictionary is filled with lingo all its own: distance and elevation gain; trailheads and waypoints; water filters and shelters; bag fill and pack weight. But there’s one oft-overlooked […]

Chasing Yosemite’s natural Firefall is an annual rite of February when the perfect alignment of clear Sierra sky, luminous sunset light, and ample water flow gives Horsetail Fall a molten […]

Yosemite Mariposa County pops with places to stay.  From camping under Sierra stars to room service at a spa resort, there’s a panoramic range of lodging options.  Dialing in that perfect place depends on who you are and what you’re hoping to experience in Yosemite. 

The best holiday getaways bring family and friends together in places that honor the occasion. With breathtaking scenery and larger-than-life natural landmarks, the Yosemite Mariposa region sets the stage for epic Thanksgiving vacations.

dog-friendly accommodations can be found throughout Yosemite Mariposa County.  Whether you and your sidekick want to walk a pet-approved trail in Yosemite Valley, play fetch in Lake McClure or explore the surrounding National Forests, there’s a pup paradise waiting just around the next turn.

A highway-adjacent hamlet just west of Yosemite National Park’s famed Arch Rock entrance, El Portal offers much more than meets the eye.

Within Yosemite’s hotel category, resorts stand out.  Webster’s defines a resort as “a place designed to provide recreation, entertainment, and accommodation, especially to vacationers.”  Yosemite Mariposa County has you covered, both inside the Park and across its charming gateway towns.  Here’s the line-up of Yosemite’s “elevated” resort accommodations, organized by region.