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Yosemite National ParkTheme(s): Native American | |
Description:
Yosemite National Park embraces a spectacular tract of mountain-and-valley scenery in the Sierra Nevada, which was set aside as a national park in 1890. The park harbors a grand collection of waterfalls, meadows, and forests that include groves of giant sequoias, the world's largest living things.
Highlights of the park include Yosemite Valley, and its high cliffs and waterfalls; Wawona's history center and historic hotel; the Mariposa Grove, which contains hundreds of ancient giant sequoias; Glacier Point's (summer-fall) spectacular view of Yosemite Valley and the high country; Tuolumne Meadows (summer-fall), a large subalpine meadow surrounded by mountain peaks; and Hetch Hetchy, a reservoir in a valley considered a twin of Yosemite Valley.
Designations:
Federal Grant (June 30, 1864)
National Park (October 1, 1890)
Wilderness (93% of the park) (September 28, 1984)
World Heritage Site (October 31, 1984)
Accessibility:
The park's major sites can be viewed by automobile. Some trails and facilities are wheelchair accessible. Ask at any visitor center or entrance station for more information.
Getting Around:
Free shuttle buses are recommended in Yosemite Valley (year round), Wawona/Mariposa Grove (spring-fall), and Tuolumne Meadows (summer).
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Boating | Camping | Climbing | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Horseback Riding | Swimming | Wilderness Area | Wildlife Viewing | Snow Skiing | Backpacking | Bird Watching | Mountaineering | Nature Walks | Stargazing | Cross Country Skiing | Snowshoeing | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Restaurant or Snack Bar | Lodging | Picnic Areas | Groceries or Supplies | Comfort Stations | Museum Exhibits | Cabin Rentals | Fuel | Tours & Guided Activities | Medical Services | And more.
Nature: Mountains | And more.
Directions to Yosemite National Park
Plane:
Several airlines serve Fresno Yosemite International (off of Hwy 41) and the Merced Air Terminal (off of Hwy 140).
Car:
There are four entrances to the park:
-South entrance on Highway 41 north from Fresno
-Arch Rock entrance
on Highway 140 west from Merced
-Big Oak Flat entrance on Highway
120 west from Modesto and Manteca
-Hetch Hetchy Entrance (to Hetch Hetchy Valley)
-Tioga Pass entrance on Highway 120 east from Lee Vining and Highway 395. The Tioga Pass entrance is closed from the first major snowstorm in November until late May to June due to snow. All other park entrances are kept open all year, but may require tire chains because of snow anytime between November and April.
Public Transportation
Visitors can ride YARTS buses from gateway communities outside the park into Yosemite Valley. YARTS and VIA buses connect with Amtrak and Greyhound in Merced.
Attractions:
Mono Basin National Forest Scenic Area
Phone:760-647-3044
Nearby Parks:
Death Valley National Park
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Devils Postpile National Monument
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Muir Woods National Monument
John Muir National Historic Site
Point Reyes National Seashore
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Contact Information for Yosemite National Park
Superintendent
PO Box 577
Yosemite National Park, CA
95389
Phone: 209-372-0200
Fax: 209-372-0220
Located in the Sierra Nevada, CA
For more information on Yosemite National Park
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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