The Sierra Nevada
Your Guide toYosemite National Parkand Beyond
Discover the best dining, lodging, experiences, hiking trails, and transportation in and around Yosemite National Park.
Explore Yosemite
Everything you need for your perfect Yosemite trip, all in one place.
Featured Listings
Handpicked favorites from around the Yosemite area.
Vacation RentalGroveland
Access to Pine Mountain Lake: Family Cabin w/ Deck
A five-star cabin with a deck near Pine Mountain Lake, minutes from Yosemite.
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Vacation RentalTUOLUMNE MEADOWS
Alpenglow Three
Five-star rated lodging in El Portal, just outside Yosemite Valley.
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Vacation RentalGroveland
Blackberry Inn Yosemite
Groveland B&B near Yosemite's Big Oak Flat entrance, run by hands-on hosts
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Vacation RentalWawona
Buss Stop Yosemite Cabin
A hot-tub cabin retreat in Wawona, rated 5 stars by guests
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Vacation RentalCoulterville
Butterfly Inn
A small Coulterville inn with a perfect 5-star guest rating
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Plan Your Visit
Tips and insights for making the most of your time in Yosemite.
Weather & Seasons
Yosemite is spectacular year-round, and every season looks different. Summer (July-August) is peak season with warm valley days, ideal for waterfalls-and-granite sightseeing but the busiest and hottest window. Spring (April-early June) brings the biggest waterfalls from snowmelt, alongside a busy shoulder season. Fall (September-October) offers a great crowd-to-weather balance. Winter (November-April) is the quietest time, though snow closes Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road for the season.
View forecast →Getting There
Yosemite National Park sits in the central Sierra Nevada of California, with four main entrances: the South Entrance via CA-41 (through Fish Camp and Oakhurst), the Arch Rock/West Entrance via CA-140 (through El Portal and Mariposa), the Big Oak Flat Entrance via CA-120 West (through Groveland), and the seasonal Tioga Pass Entrance via CA-120 East (through Lee Vining), which typically closes for snow from around November through late May. Yosemite Valley itself is the hub most visitors head for first.
Best Time to Visit
April through early May and September through October offer the best balance of mild weather and manageable crowds. Late May and early June are prime for waterfall viewing at peak snowmelt, though that window is also a busy shoulder season. July and August are the most crowded months — Yosemite Valley parking lots often fill by mid-morning on weekends. Winter (November-April) is the quietest season, but high-country roads like Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road are closed for snow.
Recent News Articles
The latest Yosemite travel guides and updates from our newsroom.
Waterfalls
Vernal Fall: The Mist Trail's Most Popular Waterfall
The Mist Trail's stair section runs on a rehabilitation schedule through October. Distances, water, seasonal flow, and which day of the week actually works.
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Trip Planning
Yosemite National Park Map: How the Park Actually Fits Together
Arch Rock sits 11 miles from Yosemite Valley. Tioga Pass sits 74 miles out and closes half the year. A real look at Yosemite's four entrance corridors, its seven regions, and the drive times between them.
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Hiking
Half Dome Hike: What It Actually Takes to Reach the Top
Half Dome's permit lottery, cables season, real mileage, and what the hike actually demands before you go.
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