When To Visit

Winter breakers in Yosemite Mariposa are choice-positive when it comes to outdoor activities. From skiing & snowboarding to hiking and mountain biking, this “tweener” season rewards the agility of a Sierra Nevada red fox as it delivers heart-pumping receipts for those who accept the challenge.

Yosemite National Park offers 1,200 square miles of breathtaking natural terrain. If you’ve never been to Yosemite, words may not even be enough to prepare you for what is coming.  But we’ll do our best.  Here’s what you need to know.

The transition from winter to spring in Yosemite Mariposa county is a magical time that combines the quiet and beauty of winter with the warmth and freshness of spring. Plan a trip to Yosemite Mariposa County and discover the magic for yourself.

Winter Wrapped Spring is our little secret season. You can avoid the increasing visitor traffic while taking in the park's beauty. Explore what to do in Yosemite in spring, like cool weather hikes, viewing wildflowers of Yosemite or roaring waterfall from fresh snow melt. Be sure not to miss the early signs of spring at lower elevations even while the distant high sierra peaks are still capped in winter wonder. Come and explore this magical season.

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.

The stretch of Yosemite Mariposa County from postcard-pretty Wawona to the charming hamlet of Fish Camp becomes a winter wonderland with warm, old-timey vibes. There’s a cheery sense of glee and quietude during this magical time that brings everyone together as high spirits reign.

Yosemite Mariposa County for the holidays is sparkling and bright.  It’s snowtime at higher elevations with winter recreation on the itinerary and snow-capped scenery on the horizon. Rolling down all-season highways to Sierra Gold Country, you can celebrate below the snowline with all the trimmings of the season on full display.

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!)

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.

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.