2025 Tuolumne County Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

#Travel Guide 🏞 Yosemite National Park Yosemite National Park is a representative natural park in the western United States, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It takes about 4 hours by car from San Francisco, and is famous for its magnificent natural scenery and hiking trails! 07:00 Depart from hotel 🚐 09:00 Pass the Great Plains and take a break in Oakdale 11:30 Arrival at the entrance of Yosemite National Park 🌲 - Merced River Viewpoint, Tunnel View - Bridalveil Falls, Swing Bridge, Half Dome View - Yosemite Falls, Visit a souvenir shop - El Capitan Rock, Cathedral Rock, Valley View Point 14:30 Hike the Giant Sequoia Forest 🚶♂️ 17:00 Depart from Yosemite 18:30 Dinner (Recommended In-N-Out🍔 on the way back!) 21:30 ~ 22:00 Arrival in San Francisco 🚐 🌲 Major attractions - Tunnel View – Yosemite’s representative viewpoint - Bridalveil Fall – Beautiful Waterfalls - Half Dome & Yosemite Falls - America's best view - El Capitan - Climbing mecca - Giant Sequoia Forest - Healing hike among giant trees 🌳 #USATravel #TravelPlan #SanFranciscoTravel #Yosemite #YosemiteTravel #YosemiteNationalPark

#foodandstay Planning your Yosemite trip? Whether you’re into cozy cabins, canvas tents, or hotels with mountain views, here’s your guide to staying in or near this iconic park 👇 🌿 In-Park Stays: Sleep Among the Granite Giants 🏞️ Yosemite Valley (Best for First-Timers) 📍 Close to: Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, Half Dome, trailheads The Ahwahnee – Historic luxury, grand dining room, $$$ Yosemite Valley Lodge – Mid-range, near Yosemite Falls Curry Village (formerly Half Dome Village) – Cabins, tent cabins, and lodge rooms Housekeeping Camp – Rustic open-air units w/ electricity (great for families!) 🏔️ Wawona Area 📍 Near the southern entrance (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias) Wawona Hotel – Charming Victorian vibes Quieter alternative to the Valley 🌲 High Country (Tuolumne Meadows – Summer Only) 📍 For alpine lakes and fewer crowds Tuolumne Meadows Lodge – Tent cabins, remote, only open ~June–Sept 🛣️ Closed in winter due to Tioga Road snow ⛺ Yosemite Campgrounds (Book Early!) Upper Pines Campground – Most popular in Yosemite Valley North Pines & Lower Pines – Also in the Valley, great for tent or RV Bridalveil Creek, Crane Flat – Quieter options, short drive to main areas 🏘️ Outside the Park: Great Base Towns 🛎️ El Portal, CA (Closest) ✅ Just 10–15 mins from Yosemite Valley 🛏️ Small town with basic hotels like Yosemite View Lodge (great river views) 🏡 Groveland, CA (West Entrance) ✅ Gateway via Big Oak Flat Entrance 🎯 Cute Gold Rush town, good food, fun vibes Try Rush Creek Lodge or Groveland Hotel 🏞️ Oakhurst, CA (South Entrance) ✅ Ideal if visiting Mariposa Grove or combining with Sequoia/Kings Canyon 🛏️ Larger town with restaurants, markets, and hotels 🚘 Lee Vining/Mammoth Lakes (East Side – Summer Only) ✅ Only accessible via Tioga Pass Road (open ~June–Oct) 🌄 Stunning views and fewer crowds Scenic stay for road trippers linking Yosemite to Death Valley or Nevada 🧭 Quick Stay Tips: ✅ Book in-park lodging 6–12 months in advance ✅ Mix it up: one night in the Valley, one night outside for flexibility ✅ Budget traveler? Curry Village tent cabins are affordable + central ✅ Visiting in winter? Yosemite Valley Lodge and Ahwahnee stay open year-round!

#foodandstay Planning your Yosemite adventure? 🌄 Whether you’re craving rustic charm, luxurious comfort, or budget-friendly convenience, these top lodging options have you covered — both inside the park and just beyond its borders. 🏡 INSIDE YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK: 🌟 The Ahwahnee 📍 Yosemite Valley 💎 Yosemite’s crown jewel of lodging — historic, elegant, and steps from iconic sights like Half Dome and Yosemite Falls. Ideal for travelers who love comfort and character. 🌲 Yosemite Valley Lodge 📍 Near Yosemite Falls 🌊 A favorite for families and first-time visitors. Wake up to waterfall views and be close to trailheads like the Mist Trail and Lower Yosemite Fall. ⛺ Curry Village (formerly Half Dome Village) 📍 Yosemite Valley 🛖 Canvas tent cabins + a lively camp vibe. Great for a more affordable stay without losing the Yosemite magic. 🌄 Wawona Hotel 📍 Southern Yosemite, near Mariposa Grove 🎻 Vintage charm meets serene surroundings. Close to the giant sequoias and perfect for those who love quiet, historic settings. 🛶 Housekeeping Camp 📍 Yosemite Valley 🔥 Rustic, riverside units with fire pits and easy access to swimming and picnic areas. A fun in-between for campers and comfort-seekers. 🌄 OUTSIDE THE PARK: 🏘️ Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite 📍 Fish Camp (2 miles from South Entrance) 🌟 Family-friendly luxury with pools, spa, dining, and guided tours. Perfect for a comfy basecamp with access to everything. 🪵 Rush Creek Lodge 📍 Groveland (Highway 120 West Entrance) ✨ Lodge-style rooms, modern cabins, game room, and saltwater pool. A social and scenic mountain escape. 🛏️ AutoCamp Yosemite 📍 Midpines 🚐 Chic Airstreams + luxury tents. Think glamping with a boutique hotel twist. Instagram-worthy and eco-friendly. 🛖 Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging 📍 Groveland 🧺 Offers cabins, yurts, and covered wagons! Budget-friendly and full of character — great for families or group travel. 📌 Pro Tips: Book 6–12 months in advance (especially for summer & holidays!) Consider staying just outside the park for better availability + easier parking Bring layers — mountain nights get chilly!

#TravelGuide #WesternUS 📍Yosemite National Park ⭐️Information⭐️ - You have to pay to enter, but it's better if you come on a tour - Recommended for at least 1 night rather than a day trip⭐️ - You can feel the grandeur of nature - There are photo spots everywhere, so prepare your camera right away📸 - Top 1 travel destination that my parents liked the most‼️ - There aren't many restaurants🥲

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As a Korean to the core, I always take pictures in front of famous tourist signs. If you come to Yosemite National Park, you should take one in front of the Yosemite sign, right? Before Corona, it was really hard to take pictures because you had to wait in line in front of this sign, but after Corona, I was able to take pictures without much difficulty! Yosemite National Park, a representative tourist destination in California. If you are a traveler who loves nature, I highly recommend Yosemite National Park ✨ The great outdoors in the United States is really different... The vastness is extraordinary! It was a time when I could heal all day in nature! 🏞️Yosemite National Park 📍9035 Village Dr, Yosemite Valley, CA 95389 United States 🚗Parking available 🐕Pets allowed #USA travel