Yosemite National Park

Introduction

Yosemite National Park is one of the most visited parks in the U.S.A. It is here where Ansel Adams shot his most famous photographs after he fell in love with the awe inspiring landscape, the steep cliffs and the magnificent waterfalls. While most of the over 4 million visitors only see Yosemite Valley, the park has much more to offer. Mountain Climbers try their skills on the 3593 foot (about 1100m) vertical granite wall of El Capitan and Rafters ride the wild waters of the Merced River. The park draws a large crowd of professional and hobby nature and wildlife photographers.

The need to escape from the everyday pressure grows as people continue to strive and devote themselves with too much work. Stress is one of the reasons why people seek solace in places that offer relaxation and stress-free activities. People explore different areas to unwind, and take some time to refresh their burn-out status. One of the best places of relaxation is the world-famous Yosemite Valley.

Who says camping is for children only are in for a serious reality check. When vacation starts, campsites are filled with all sorts of people. There are families with little kids playing around, high school kids and college kids who are taking a time-off from school and more adventurous people who seek freedom in the woods. Camping as an activity is also a way to strengthen the values of unity and camaraderie. Some may find peace camping alone, to heal old hurts and find time to be with one’s self. Whatever the purpose there is to go camping, it sure is fun especially if you are the kind of person with no Prima Donna attitude.

The weather in Yosemite is usually predictable, but that varies from that of the summer, fall, winter and spring. And since the weather can largely affect your vacation to Yosemite, it is important to know then how Yosemite seemed like during these four seasons.

In summer, the Yosemite weather is pretty fine. This season starts from June through September, and with the weather being accommodating and predictable, there are a lot of chances for you to see almost all of the wonders in the Yosemite National Park. All of the areas in the park are also accessible by car during the summer. So if you are visiting Yosemite with your own car, then you drive through the park any time you want to.

Nestled along the Merced River, two miles from the west entrance to the Yosemite National Park on Highway 140, the Yosemite View Lodge is one of the most visited places on Yosemite for lodging. This property is actually a two-story motor inn that can be reached with approximately 105 miles from the Fresno-Yosemite International Airport. The lodge is also located a mile east of the El Portal and a few miles from the region’s line of stunning falls. It is this location actually that makes Yosemite View Lodge worth staying.

Yosemite is one of the most well-known places in California that can be reached by almost all modes of transportation. You can reach the place by private or public vehicle, depending on your preference. But of all available means of transportation to Yosemite, perhaps the most well-known and commonly used is the train.