Things to See

In a place where so much remains unchanged, it’s easy to overlook what’s new. However, there are new ways to experience Yosemite Mariposa County in 2024 as well as some returning favorites to cherish in the year ahead.

Yosemite's natural firefall at Horsetail Fall draws hundreds of photographers for a few weeks in February when the setting sun lights Horsetail Fall and turns the water a brilliant molten orange, reminiscent of the Glacier Point firefall.

For those who feel the leash is getting too short, it’s time to consider a digital detox in Yosemite Mariposa County.

With its massive granite walls, thundering waterfalls and forested slopes, Yosemite National Park continues to echo the magic of your first impressions.  If it’s been years since you’ve toured Yosemite, a heralded return is overdue. 

Whether you find yourself in historic downtown Mariposa, carefree Midpines or classic Coulterville, there’s no better way to get the inside scoop than shooting the breeze with locals.

Discover Yosemite's magnificent geology. Each rock formation in Yosemite welcomes you to the park in its own way. Get to know some of our favorites here.

Although not as famous as some, these lesser-known Yosemite waterfalls still carry a lot of drama and beauty in their flowing cascades and misty waters. If you're on the hunt for waterfalls that are a little off the beaten path, this is your cast and crew.

Yosemite's magnificent waterfalls draw visitors from around the world to feel the roar of the water and stand in the mist. Find out more about some of Yosemite's most famous waterfalls here.

In a destination as timeless as Yosemite Mariposa County, it may seem on the surface that there wouldn’t be too much new to expect for returning visitors in 2023. But just like the landscape, Yosemite is ever-changing and always provides something new to experience.

Slow down and spend the day at Tenaya Lake - a beautiful and easy-to-get-to alpine lake cupped by granite domes. There is plenty to see and do right here, from kayaking on the water to climbing the magnificent domes above.