Yosemite National Park
Granite cliffs, ancient sequoias, and thundering waterfalls in California's Sierra Nevada.
Established
1890
Area
3,027 km²
Entry fee
$20–$35 per vehicle (7-day pass)
Best time to visit
May to September (waterfalls peak in May–June)
About Yosemite National Park
Yosemite is renowned for its dramatic granite domes, towering waterfalls, and groves of giant sequoias. El Capitan and Half Dome attract climbers from around the world, while Yosemite Falls is among the tallest waterfalls in North America. The Mariposa Grove preserves some of the oldest and largest living organisms on the planet — sequoias over 2,000 years old.
Top highlights
- ✓El Capitan
- ✓Half Dome
- ✓Yosemite Falls
- ✓Mariposa Grove of giant sequoias
- ✓Glacier Point viewpoint
Practical info
- Nearest city
- Mariposa, CA
- Nearest airport
- Fresno Yosemite International (FAT)
- Official website
- www.nps.gov
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