Is 2 days enough for Yosemite?

Two days in Yosemite is typically enough time to see many of the park's most famous landmarks including Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, Bridalveil Falls, Glacier Point, and El Capitan.

Is 3 days in Yosemite enough?

Three days in Yosemite is plenty of time to include visiting many of the park's most famous bodies of water into your itinerary, including Soda Springs, Tenaya Lake, and the Gaylor Lakes. You'll also have time to see the magnificent sequoias in Merced Grove and Tuolumne Grove.

What is the best month to go to Yosemite?

The best month to go to Yosemite is late May or early September, when there are fewer crowds and the temperatures are milder. However, depending on what you're hoping to experience, every season can make a case as the best time of the year to visit Yosemite .

How long does it take to go through Yosemite National Park?

Driving through Yosemite Valley is about 14 miles and takes just 30 minutes to drive, depending on traffic. However, you can easily make a full day out of your drive thanks to the many lookouts and hikes along the way.

How long does it take to drive through Yosemite?

Depending on traffic, it typically takes 30 minutes to drive through Yosemite Valley. However, you can easily make a full day of your drive through Yosemite thanks to the many sights and hiking opportunities along the way.

Is the drive to Yosemite steep?

If you're driving to Yosemite via Highway 120, this road ascends to over 2,500 feet in an 8-mile section of the drive between Tioga Pass and US 395.

Can you do Yosemite without hiking?

Other activities in Yosemites besides hiking includes whitewater rafting, fishing tours, horseback riding, flight tours, snowshoeing and many activities and services offered at these Yosemite hotels .

How do you spend one awesome day in Yosemite?

If you were to spend just one day in Yosemite, we highly recommend visiting Bridalveil Falls and taking the Lower Yosemite Falls Trail for views of Yosemite Falls in the morning. In the afternoon, we recommend taking the Mist Trail Trailhead to Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls. Get the complete Yosemite itinerary.

What can tourists do at Yosemite National Park?

Depending on the time of the year vacationers visit Yosemite National Park , they'll have an opportunity to see many of the country's most famous natural landmarks including Half Dome, El Capitan, and Yosemite Falls. Other things to do at Yosemite National Park include horseback riding, flight tours, jeep tours, whitewater rafting, and trail hiking.

What is there to do in Yosemite at night?

From stargazing at Evergreen Lodge and Rush Creek Lodge to night hikes and moonbow sightings, Yosemite is well equipped for travelers looking for things to do after sunset.

Can you drive through Yosemite at night?

Yes. Because Yosemite National Park is open 24 hours a day, travelers can visit the park any time of day, weather permitting.

Can you see the Milky Way from Yosemite Valley?

The Milky Way is viewable from Yosemite with the naked eye. However, if you bring your own telescope or astronomy binoculars, you'll get to see many other astronomical wonders like planets and star clusters.

Where is the best place to stargaze in Yosemite Valley?

Rush Creek Lodge and Evergreen Lodge near Yosemite National Park both offer stargazing experiences. Both experiences include a 12" aperture Dobsonian telescope and is a fantastic educational and astronomy experience for all ages.

Yosemite Hotels

Two Distinctive Lodges, Same Warm Hospitality

Two of the best Yosemite Hotels to stay at when visiting Yosemite National Park are Rush Creek Lodge & Evergreen Lodge. Both offer beautiful rustic contemporary lodging, a wealth of insider tips and breathtaking Sierra Nevada views to create the best possible Yosemite experience. Best of all? Our Yosemite hotels are located less than 10 miles from the Big Oak Flat Entrance into the Park.

The ways in which we can all enjoy the Park and our Yosemite lodges may be a bit different for now, but the majesty of Yosemite is unfailing and our warm hospitality is here to provide you with an ideal 'home away from home' while you treat yourself and your loved ones to a refreshing getaway at one of our ideal Yosemite hotels.

You’ll love everything big and small at both Yosemite lodges - our nightly tradition of fireside s’mores, free planning advice from our friendly team of Recreation experts, heated saltwater pools, therapeutic massage treatments in our open-air cabanas, tasty food and drinks served outside and stunning Sierra sunsets.

Looking to find tips and tricks for exploring Yosemite National Park as well as an insider? Read the latest Yosemite News on our blog full of helpful information about Yosemite and its surroundings.

Happy trails!