Located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Mariposa County is a popular destination in Central California, known for its natural beauty, historic sites, and outdoor activities.
The county’s biggest draw is the iconic Yosemite National Park, one of the most popular parks in the United States. The park’s 747,956 acres (3,029 square km) feature towering mountains, gushing waterfalls, and huge meadows. With plenty of hiking, rock climbing, and guided tour options, the park is a vast playground for outdoor lovers.
Our visit last May 2023 resulted in social media coverage, editorial coverage and a vlog about our time in the region.
The iconic Yosemite National Park and its surrounding region offer one of the most impressive and abundant areas of natural beauty in all of the United States. The park itself covers a massive area of nearly 1,200 square miles (over 3,100 Square kilometres) filled with dramatic waterfalls, sheer granite peaks, and giant sequoia trees.
We really loved hiking in the Yosemite region and want to share our favourites with others. Here are five easy hikes in Yosemite that we really loved on our recent visit that you can add to your itinerary.
There are plenty of activities to keep you entertained in Mariposa County like hiking, visiting wineries, olive oil tastings, historical attractions, and much more! Our visit to the region was short but sweet and it allowed us to get a good taste of the best things to do in Mariposa County, California!
There is enough to do in Yosemite National Park to spend a few weeks exploring every corner of this beautiful region (ah, if only we had that much time!). Instead, many first-time visitors, us included, spend just one or two days in Yosemite Park, focusing primarily on the Yosemite Valley Floor.
Following our own visit earlier this year, with careful planning, many hours of research, and help from knowledgeable guides, we put together the ultimate Yosemite 2-day itinerary to help you plan the best weekend in Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite National Park is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its natural importance and beauty, but even aside from the park itself, there are plenty of things to do in Yosemite. From challenging hikes and picturesque valleys to charming gold-rush towns, wine routes, and scenic drives, the region offers something for every traveler.
In this comprehensive Yosemite guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about visiting the region. This includes all the best things to do in Yosemite National Park, essential travel info, along with ideas on where to eat, where to stay and how to make the most of your trip.
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