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 Free art classes in Yosemite Village |
Yosmite Village Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 0200 http://www.yosemite.org |
The center is a real find for both adults and children. Located south of the Village Store, it houses a lovely selection of art books with paintings and photos of Yosemite, plus how-to books and books about artists who have worked in Yosemite. You will also find art supplies, including paper, paints, easels and brushes. However, the real surprise is the availability of free daily art classes. These can be hard to get into during the high summer season, so be sure to plan ahead. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Cycle year-round |
Yosemite Lodge and Curry Village Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 1208 http://www.yosemitepark.com/ac... |
Yosemite National Park has more than 12 miles of bicycling trails on the valley floor that have a variety of prepared surfaces. These trails are also suitable for strollers, bikes with trailers and even wheelchairs, and they are one of the best ways to see the sights. You can rent bikes by the hour for USD5.50 or for USD21 per day. Rentals are available year-round at the Yosemite Lodge and most of the year at Curry Village. Helmets are mandatory and are provided free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lovely and sometimes wet but worth the visit |
Bridalveil Falls parking area (Hwy 41) Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 0200 |
About half a mile round-trip, this trail can get crowded in summer, but it affords breathtaking views of the falls, with water spilling over 600 feet to the valley floor and looking just like a bridal veil. Beware, you may get damp from the spray. Start from and return to the Bridal Veil parking area, located about 10 miles southwest of the Visitor Center on Highway 41. There is wheelchair access with assistance. The trail may be closed during winter months; call first. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scenic views and a strenuous hike |
Southside Dr (Yosemite Valley) Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 0200 |
This is a very strenuous hike; with an altitude gain of 3,200 feet. You may be disappointed when you get there because you will find that you could have reached the same place by bus. On the other hand, the trail is lovely, and you will feel virtuous because you spent four or five hours hiking. Take water with you and wear a hat as well as comfortable hiking shoes or boots. For your safety, it is recommended that you complete this hike before dark. The trail may be closed in winter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Millions of gallons of water |
Hetch Hetchy Rd Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 1000 |
Here, you can see millions of gallons of water and a spectacular waterfall in a pristine setting. Do not let its beauty fool you, the reservoir's purpose is to supply the San Francisco area with water as well as electrical power. This reservoir is located in a secluded and quiet area of the park making it a great location for picnics or meditation. In addition, this place has trailheads for several hikes. The road to the reservoir is closed from October to June. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Miwok and Paiute artifacts in Yosemite Valley |
Yosemite Museum (Yosemite Village) Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 0200 http://www.yosemite.org/index.... |
The Miwok and Paiute people were, and are, the true natives of the Yosemite Valley. This exhibit gives real insight into the way they lived back in the 1850s, and it traces their history and culture from that time to the present. In addition to the displays, there are often demonstrations of basket weaving, beadwork and traditional games. You will also learn the unsavory ways in which early white settlers treated the people of this region. This exhibit is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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View indigenous peoples' past inside the park |
Behind Valley Visitor Center (Yosemite Village) Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 0200 |
This replica of a Native American village gives you a taste of how the Miwok and Paiute peoples lived; the places where they prepared and cooked their food, and more. The village is setup in a more or less natural setting behind the Yosemite Museum Gallery. There is no fee for this attraction. Weather permitting, the staff of the Indian Cultural Exhibit puts on demonstrations of basket weaving, beadwork and game playing. These programs usually take place between 9a and noon and again between 1:30p. and 4:30p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge, ancient trees inside the park |
Mariposa Grove Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 0200 |
The trees in this grove are more than 3,000 years old, more than 50 feet around, and reach up over 300 feet seemingly to touch the sky. You can drive to the lower edge of the grove, but parking is strictly limited and you may wait in line for quite a while; better to take the free shuttle from the Wawona General Store, which departs every 15 minutes from 9a to 4:30p. Note: Trailers and motor homes are not permitted on the Mariposa Grove Road. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun and education for the family |
Center of Curry Village Loop (Curry Village) Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 0200 |
If you want to learn about the flora, fauna and geology of the Yosemite Valley, this is the place to visit. Created with both children and adults in mind, the center has both static and interactive displays on the area's natural history. Nearby you can explore four short trails, each one devoted to a different ecological niche: forest, river, talus and fen. The center also has a good bookstore, geared toward exploring the nature of the valley. Admission to the center is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Large dam in operation in the northwest park area |
Hetch Hetchy Road Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 1000 http://www.hetchhetchy.org/ |
This dam is just plain huge, and is a spectacular sight to visit. Built in July 1923, and at that time was the largest single structure on the West Coast, it rises 430 feet high and spans 900 feet. The dam holds the water from the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, which is the water supply for the San Francisco area. The water can be released through 14 outlets to control the water levels. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The park's own bus tours |
Yosemite Village Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 1240 http://www.yosemitepark.com/ac... |
Yosemite National Park provides a selection of in-park bus tours. Each is led by a ranger who knows the area's history and geology, and who is trained to provide educational and entertaining information. For example, the Grand Tour lasts all day and combines the Glacier Point and Mariposa Grove tours. Prices are USD55 for adults; USD48 for seniors (62+) and USD27.50 for children. In addition, you can take a tour of the Valley Floor for USD20.50 for adults; USD18.50 for seniors and USD15.50 for children. Check with the Visitor Center for tour schedules. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spectacular and breathtaking views in the park |
Wawona Road (Highway 41) Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 1000 |
This breathtaking and spectacular sight is located on Highway 41 just north of Wawona, and just south of the Valley Floor. This popular spot is the most photographed view of the valley. It received its name because it is the first view of the valley after exiting the tunnel. Be sure to drive slow and watch for pedestrians crossing from one of the two parking areas. Take plenty of film and batteries for your camera. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Learn to rock climb inside the park |
Curry Village Yosemite, CA 95389 United States +1 209 372 8344 http://www.yosemitepark.com/ac... |
This school offers instruction in hiking, backpacking, and backcountry skiing; however, it is known for its rock climbing classes. Yosemite is a great place to learn to climb and many participants gain the skills needed to climb Half Dome and other mountains in the park. All instructors are certified climbers. If you want to practice your climbing skills, this is the right place. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ride a real steam train at the park's south entrance |
56001 Hwy 41 Yosemite, CA 93623 United States +1 559 683 7273 http://www.ymsprr.com/ |
This train is a restoration of the narrow-gauge Madera Sugar Pine Lumber Company Railroad. The four-mile track was rebuilt using original techniques, and it runs two vintage shay steam locomotives pulling a few passenger cars. You will hear the engine whistle, snort, blow and more. You will also be in the forest and get a good feel for what logging was probably like in the 19th century. The trains run on a variety of daily schedules from March through October. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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