Outdoor Activities

There are many places to pop the question, but none are more expansive, enduring and memorable than Yosemite.

Bring the whole family to Yosemite for a winter visit. There is something for every generation - incomparable scenic beauty and plenty to do for everyone.

Get ready for Rocktober! Yosemite rock climbing is at its peak during the autumn season in Yosemite. Here's what makes the season especially appealing for rock climbers and how you can watch the drama unfold on the cliffs.

The Ahwahnee hotel is magnificent in any season. However consider these top 7 reasons to prefer the quieter months of fall and winter for your stay.

Whether it’s your first time on ice skates or you’re working on perfecting that triple axel, Yosemite offers some unique opportunities for outdoor ice skating.

Alex Honnold captured the national spotlight with the documentary FreeSolo. Here is what you need to know about climbing El Capitan that puts that tremendous feat into context, and gives you a sense for what is really happening up there on El Capitan.

Hiking in the winter in Yosemite is an other-worldly experience that should not be missed. Make sure you're having the most enjoyable Yosemite hiking experience with these tips!

Most people don’t realize there’s world-class whitewater rafting right outside Yosemite’s back door. If you want to escape the crowds for a day or two or have extra time to spend in the area, consider adding a rafting trip on the Merced River to your Yosemite National Park vacation.

If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard someone say, “I want to go skydiving.” I bet I’d have a hundred dollars (probably more), and every time my reply would be short and certain, “Not me!” and I meant it. I couldn’t imagine having the courage to step out of a ‘perfectly good airplane’ and tumble to earth, with-or-without someone strapped very tightly to my back.

Zephyr started in 1973 with one raft, one truck, a 1957 Chevy school bus, and a love for introducing people to whitewater rivers. Back then, the commercial rafting industry was in its infancy and regulations were few. It was an exciting time...