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📝 1. Overview
A cathedral of granite walls, waterfalls, and ancient forests—pure wilderness awe.
🧭 Perfect for: Hikers, nature lovers, families, photographers
🌟 2. Highlights
🟢 El Capitan – Legendary granite cliff, climbers’ paradise 🧗♂️🪨
🟢 Yosemite Falls – One of North America’s tallest waterfalls 💦🌈
🟢 Half Dome – Iconic peak; permit required for summit trail ⛰️🔗
🟢 Tunnel View – Must-see panorama w/ El Cap, Half Dome & Bridalveil 📸
🟢 Glacier Point – Sunset view that stops time 🌄
🟢 Mist Trail – Epic hike to Vernal & Nevada Falls 🌿🥾
🟢 Yosemite Museum & Village – Indigenous culture & park history 🛖📚
💡 3. Tips
🕐 Best time = Late May to June (waterfalls peak)
📱 Download maps before arrival—signal is limited 📵🗺️
🎒 Must-bring: hiking shoes, water filter, sunblock, layers
🅿️ Yosemite Valley = fills by 8am in peak season; use shuttle 🚌
🧼 Respect wildlife distance rules, and pack out all trash 🦌🚫
🎟️ 4. Tickets & Info
| 🎫 Category | Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Park Entrance Fee | $35/vehicle | Valid for 7 days |
| Half Dome Permit | Lottery-only | Required for cable ascent |
| Shuttle (Valley Floor) | Free | Loop to major trailheads |
| Glacier Point Access | Closed in winter | Check road status |
🍽️ 5. Nearby Eats
🍔 Degnan’s Kitchen – Casual bites near visitor center 🍕
🍣 Base Camp Eatery – Lodge-style meals at Yosemite Valley Lodge 🍗
🍕 Curry Village Pizza Deck – Perfect post-hike carb-up 🍕🥤
🚗 6. Access
📍 Location: Eastern California, in Sierra Nevada Mountains
✈️ Closest airports: FAT (Fresno), SFO (San Francisco), or SMF (Sacramento)
🚐 Drive via CA-41, CA-120, or CA-140 depending on entry point
🅿️ Limited parking in valley floor – shuttles recommended
🚌 YARTS bus service from nearby towns (seasonal)
🧘♀️ 7. Vibes & Add-ons
📸 Must-shot = Tunnel View sunrise or Glacier Point sunset 🌄📸
🌇 Stargazing = Crystal clear sky, bring app or guide ✨
🛍️ Pick up: nature field guides, Yosemite art prints, trail patches 🎒
🏨 8. Recommended Lodging
Yosemite Valley Lodge 🌲🛏️
- Great for families, walkable to Yosemite Falls
- 💰 Price: $$–$$$
- 📍 Valley Floor
Curry Village ⛺🔥
- Tent cabins, wood cabins, affordable adventure
- 💰 Price: $–$$
- 📍 Close to trailheads
Ahwahnee Hotel 🏰🍷
- Iconic, luxurious, historic lodge
- 💰 Price: $$$$
- 📍 Premium location near the valley cliffs
📞 9. Contact / Info
📍 Yosemite National Park Info: (209) 372-0200
📍 Yosemite Conservancy: (415) 434-1782
📍 Park Road Status Hotline: (209) 372-0200 (option 1, then 1)
📍 Half Dome Permit Info: recreation.gov
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