Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility of the High Sierra. First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more.

April is a great month for spending time in Yosemite Valley. The waterfalls are flowing very nicely with spring snowmelt and the weather is usually fair (although, rain or snow is still possible). Roads It's possible to enter the park via Highways 41, 140, and 120 from the west (these roads are open all year). Hetch Hetchy Road is also open all year. The Tioga Road (Highway 120 through the ...

Duration: 3 minutes, 6 seconds Each year, Yosemite National Park welcomes over four million visitors. If you are planning to visit Yosemite, plan ahead and arrive early. In summer, expect extended traffic delays and extremely limited parking. Expect delays of an hour or more at entrance stations and two to three hours in Yosemite Valley.

Yosemite National Park, Public Domain “It is by far the grandest of all the special temples of Nature I was ever permitted to enter.” —John Muir Found on the west slope of the central Sierra Nevada Mountains in California, Yosemite National Park preserves an area of outstanding scenic beauty and great wilderness value.

Seasonal Information Rivers & Waterfalls: Yosemite Falls is dry while Vernal Fall, Nevada Fall, and Bridalveil Fall are low. Bears: Bears remain active in all areas of the park.

Yosemite Weather Forecast Map Click locations on the map to find the latest National Weather Service forecast for that point. You can also view a general forecast for Yosemite National Park..

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Lodging options inside Yosemite National Park are managed by Yosemite Hospitality, and range from simple tent cabins at the High Sierra Camps to deluxe rooms at The Ahwahnee. Reservations are available 366 days in advance and are strongly recommended, especially from spring through fall and during holidays. If you can't find lodging inside the park, consider staying in private lodging in ...

Yosemite has 10 campgrounds that can accommodate RVs and trailers (including fifth wheels) of varying lengths. If you plan to spend the night in your RV, you must be in a designated standard or RV campsite—you can't park in a parking lot, along the side of the road, or in a tent-only campsite. Reservations: campgrounds requiring reservations are usually full from around April through ...

Yosemite Creek Campground offers a serene camping experience in Yosemite National Park, surrounded by nature and ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.