Reflection lake yosemite1/8/2024 ![]() ![]() This has created a captivating display of roaring waterfalls, where cascades of crystal-clear water plunge down the rugged cliffs, creating misty rainbows and a symphony of sounds. And with the summer sun coming out, the snow is melting, giving rise to a dramatic surge in the water flow. So what exactly happened this past winter that’s making everyone want to travel to Yosemite right now? The winter basically brought record-breaking snowfall to the Sierra Nevada, resulting in an unprecedented snowpack. From San Jose you would take 152E and 140E and enter through El Portal into the Yosemite Valley. If you’re coming from LA you would take CA-99 and CA-41 to Yosemite National Park. 140 also takes you through the historic town of Mariposa and is also known as the All-Weather Highway, since it’s at a lower elevation and remains snow-free more often. Typically if the higher elevations roads like Highway 41 and 120 are closed, you can take 140 into the park. Highway 120 is mostly straight or gently curving, except for the 8 mile Priest Grade ascent which will gain over 1,000 feet of elevation in 8.5 miles. This route passes through the lovely towns of Oakdale (good for groceries and gas), Buck Meadows and Groveland (you can grab food/gas/water here and check out the oldest saloon in California). If you’re coming from San Francisco or Sacramento you’ll want to take Highway 120 into the park. But be sure to call the National Park Service information line at 209.372.0200 or visit the National Park Service road conditions page for the latest updates. As of June 10, 2023, Highway 120 is now open. The public roads are maintained year-round-except for the eastern entrance on Tioga Road (Highway 120 through the park). Travelers that fly to California can rent a car in San Francisco (3.5 hours away) or Sacramento (3 hours away). Other airports are Oakland International, Sacramento International, San Jose International, San Francisco International and Mammoth Yosemite Airport. The closest airport to Yosemite National Park is Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT). As we speak, the park has transformed into a mesmerizing paradise, visiting now means there are many things to do in Yosemite National Park, including seeing the waterfalls in their peak intensity after a historic snowfall. Yosemite National Park is in the heart of California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its towering granite cliffs, ancient sequoia groves, diverse wildlife, and, of course, its iconic waterfalls. ![]() ![]() In this blog, I’m going to share tips on things to do in Yosemite National Park, the best hikes to do, and where to stay and what to eat. This is the best year to travel to Yosemite. This summer, due to the record-setting snowpack over the winter, you get a rare opportunity to see the waterfalls at this national park like never before! Yosemite National Park is also home to one of the tallest waterfalls in the world and I really wanted to see these falls in its full force. I recently booked a very last minute road trip to Yosemite National Park to witness the splendor of the raging waterfalls. ![]()
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