Yosemite Valley

Autumn brings a regal beauty to Yosemite Mariposa County.  Leaves dance on the breeze in a bold spectrum from yellow to orange and red. The sun hangs closer to the […]

Yosemite Creek Picnic Area offers a beautiful, shaded spot in Yosemite’s high-country along Tioga Road—perfect for a peaceful lunch in the woods. Located along Tioga Road First-come, first-served, open from […]

The Yosemite Cemetery holds a wealth of stories—some well-known, others lost to time. Tucked away on the west side of Yosemite Village, this peaceful place is the final resting spot […]

The perfect spot to sit and watch adventurous climbers on El Capitan while having a picnic lunch. Picnic tables and grills are available. Open from dawn to dusk, located at […]

Cathedral Beach is a picturesque setting with views of El Capitan on the Merced River. Picnic tables and grills are convenient for a scenic lunch while enjoying Yosemite Valley. A […]

Yosemite Mariposa County is one of California’s ultimate family-friendly destinations.  It’s the right mix of activities, amenities, and outdoor recreation to create post-able memories, and all the while being easy for parents to navigate with kids in tow. With summer break peeking over the horizon, it’s natural to start thinking about your high season vacation plans.  Why not make the most of Yosemite’s pre-summer glow and bring the family up in May?

Snow trip!  Words that can brighten up any gloomy winter day.  When the weather’s stormy at home, there’s a good chance that snowflakes are dancing through the trees in Yosemite Mariposa County.  Ski, snowboard, sled, snowshoe, skate – there are so many ways to play in the snow and create cool family memories.

The Yosemite Valley Welcome Center is the NEW destination for visitor information in the Valley. Stop here before you begin your Yosemite adventure! The welcome center is located next to […]

The Yosemite Firefall has evolved into such a celebrated phenomenon that it’s easy to become mesmerized by its luminous charms.  Add to the equation a multi-day visit to surrounding Yosemite […]

Bringing the kids to Yosemite is without a doubt reel-worthy, but three generations exploring its labyrinth of granite and booming waterfalls? The stuff of family legend. A treasure trove of […]