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YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

Yosemite is the land of the impossible. Trees that grow to a staggering size. Immense rock faces that dare the intrepid to scale them. A valley that looks like it was sculpted by the hands of the divine.

In the Yosemite National Park region, things are truly larger than life. From astonishing waterfalls to forests filled with the fragrant scent of ponderosa pine, Yosemite offers a sensory experience unlike any other.

The famed Sierra naturalist John Muir said that “Going to the woods is going home.” Yosemite is waiting to welcome you. And a few days here changes everyone that visits.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Top Attractions

A feast for the senses, Mother Nature did not mess around in Yosemite. Touting diverse terrain, you’ll be wowed by glacier valleys, majestic meadows, massive tree species and stately waterfalls. Recommendation: set aside ample time to explore.

Must-Do Activity

With so much to take in, guided Yosemite 360 Tours via bus are the perfect way to sit back, relax and enjoy the show. Book your Yosemite Tour for unobstructed views of the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, Yosemite Valley, Glacier Point and more.

Off the Beaten Path

Choose your own adventure but make it Tuolumne Falls. The Tioga Road is only open to vehicles during the warmer months, leading directly to an enchanted experience adjacent to Tuolumne River (designated an American Wild & Scenic River). In one word, magic.

Insider's Tip

Wet a line in search of rainbows, brookies and brown trout while in Yosemite. Before gearing up, take a casting lesson or two and let Sierra Fly Fisher help unleash your inner angler at a favorite honey hole.

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