Autumn Adventure Awaits
It’s easy to fall in love with Yosemite in Autumn. Cooler temperatures and fewer people make exploring easier and more comfortable. There’s nothing better than the fall season for hiking and other outdoor activities. The black oaks, big leaf maples, dogwoods and other deciduous trees put on their fall colors starting in the high country with quaking aspens and working downhill, and lodging prices fall with the temperatures meaning that this is a great season to look for deals on cabins, hotels and more.
Plan Your Trip
Things To Do
There’s an abundance of things to do in Yosemite and something for every type of visitor.
Find Dining
When it’s time to take a break from the trail, restaurants throughout Yosemite National Park and Mariposa County have great food, and one of them will have exactly what you’re craving.
Get Inspired
Mountaintop vistas that seem to stretch on forever. Hiking, swimming, history, museums. Oh, and we haven’t even mentioned the legendary landmarks such as Half Dome or the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.
Warm Days.
Cool Nights.
In the fall, Yosemite’s daytime experience can almost feel like an endless summer. Temperatures in Yosemite Valley and at lower elevations remain warm through the day, but as the sun falls in the western sky so do the temperatures, so pack a sweater – you’ll need it to enjoy those night skies full of bright Yosemite stars.
Looking for changing leaves and beautiful fall foliage? Start in the higher elevation regions of Tuolumne Meadows where the temperatures get near freezing before Yosemite Valley’s do. The aspens along Tioga Pass road begin to change as early as September, but if you’re hoping to see the Valley’s maples and oaks change colors, that comes around late October or November, proving the old adage that fall in the mountains marches downhill.
Looking for activities and suggestions to help plan your visit to Yosemite? Take a look at the links below to start planning an unforgettable Yosemite Mariposa County Fall vacation.
Autumn Articles
Explore Lodging
Hotels & Motels
From luxury stays like The Ahwahnee and convenient Yosemite hotels like Yosemite Valley Lodge to affordable Yosemite motels that bask in the majesty of Yosemite’s natural wonders, find Yosemite lodging that suits your travel needs inside and outside of the park in greater Mariposa County.
Cabin Rentals
Cabin rentals in Yosemite National Park and the surrounding Mariposa County area with a variety of vacation rentals to suit any traveler’s needs.
Bed and Breakfasts
If you’re looking for a bed and breakfast near Yosemite, check out a variety of options in Mariposa County and the surrounding area near Yosemite National Park.
YOSEMITE MARIPOSA COUNTY
Hike the Falls Trail to the top and you`ll be rewarded with an epic view of (and from) Upper Yosemite Falls. Afterward, you might want to rest your legs at any one of the region`s awesome lodging options! Unwind under the stars, relax in a hotel, or kick back in a local B&B. Head to our website for recommendations!
Reel by: @joe_silchuk
Please note: 2024 Temporary Vehicle Reservations will be required to enter Yosemite this year on Saturdays and Sundays from April 13 to June 30th,, then 7 days per week from July 1 to August 16. Half-day reservations are also available this year and are easier to obtain.
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Can you guess where this is in Mariposa County? Hint 1: it`s just outside of Yosemite. Hint 2: The incredible poppy bloom hasn`t quite popped here yet. Any guess?
Please note: 2024 Temporary Vehicle Reservations will be required to enter Yosemite this year on Saturdays and Sundays until June 30th, then 7 days per week from July 1 to Aug. 16, finally weekends and monday holidays until Oct. 27th. Half-day reservations are also available this year and are easier to obtain.
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Picture this: an unplugged afternoon sitting on the banks of the Merced River, soaking up this view of Bridalveil Fall. This is the kind of magic that`s waiting for you here in Yosemite Mariposa County!
Reel by: @agatanobhill
Please note: 2024 Temporary Vehicle Reservations will be required to enter Yosemite this year on Saturdays and Sundays from April 13 to June 30th,, then 7 days per week from July 1 to August 16. Half-day reservations are also available this year and are easier to obtain.
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With so much to see and do in and around Yosemite, you could spend weeks in the area and barely scratch the surface. From waterfalls and high country lakes, to relaxing views by Merced River, there is something for everyone!
Reel by: @mmillidere_worldtravel and duygumillidere
Please note: 2024 Temporary Vehicle Reservations will be required to enter Yosemite this year on Saturdays and Sundays from April 13 to June 30th, then 7 days per week from July 1 to August 16. Half-day reservations are also available this year and are easier to obtain.
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One of our favorite waterfalls to enjoy with younger travelers is Lower Yosemite Falls. It`s stunning, huge, and easy to get to!
Photo by: @johnleerskov
Please note: 2024 Temporary Vehicle Reservations will be required to enter Yosemite this year on Saturdays and Sundays from April 13 to June 30th,, then 7 days per week from July 1 to August 16.
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