Autumn and Fall

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.

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

Yosemite Mariposa County offers year-round recreation across a quartet of seasons, each with signature activities and attractions.  All across this county of nearly 1,500 square miles, weather microclimates forged by elevation and topography further define seasonal theme and variation.

Autumn in Yosemite Mariposa County is the season locals wait for all year for its fine weather and quiet forests. It's a great time to get away to the mountains with the kids (or maybe just sneak off on your own!)

Gather in Yosemite in October and November to celebrate the season of giving with a fine harvest of sights and experiences. Find tips on where to stay and what to see during this golden season in Yosemite.

Savor late summer and early fall in Yosemite Mariposa County. This stretch between Labor Day and Thanksgiving is its own luxuriant season in the Sierra. Discover all there is to see and do in Yosemite Mariposa County during this time.

A visit during the quieter seasons in Yosemite Mariposa County reveals a wealth of exceptional sights not available to your average summer visitor. Let us invite you to discover all that the autumn, winter and spring seasons have to offer.

Fall foliage abounds in Yosemite Mariposa County. Take a look at where to find the best autumn color in the high country, at mid-elevations like Yosemite Valley, and in the rich rolling foothills of Yosemite's gold country.

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.