Complete Yosemite National Park Guide for First-Timers

From waterfalls to granite cliffs—plan your ultimate Yosemite trip.

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Yosemite is one of the most beautiful national parks in the United States.

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Fly into the nearest airport (Fresno Yosemite International Airport) and drive 1 hour to the park.

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April to October

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– Lodge at The Majestic Yosemite Hotel, Yosemite Valley Lodge, and Curry Village.

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Camp at Tuolumne Meadows, Bridalveil Creek, and Glacier Point.

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Huckleberry bear claw at the Yosemite Village Store, or head to the Mountain Room for a fancy dinner with a view.

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– Half Dome Trail – Mist Trail – John Muir Trail

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Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Glacier Point.

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From waterfalls to granite cliffs—plan your ultimate Yosemite trip.

Yosemite is one of the most beautiful national parks in the United States.

Fly into the nearest airport (Fresno Yosemite International Airport) and drive 1 hour to the park.

How to reach the park:

April to October

Best time to visit:

– Lodge at The Majestic Yosemite Hotel, Yosemite Valley Lodge, and Curry Village.

Places to stay:

Camp at Tuolumne Meadows, Bridalveil Creek, and Glacier Point.

Places to stay:

Huckleberry bear claw at the Yosemite Village Store, or head to the Mountain Room for a fancy dinner with a view.

Local food & park restaurants:

– Half Dome Trail – Mist Trail – John Muir Trail

Best trails to hike:

Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Glacier Point.

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