A WHOLE COUNTRY OF REASONS TO GO

Yosemite National Park

California
Granite cliffs & waterfalls
Where to stay →
Scenic header: Half Dome is one of the most recognizable granitic formations in the world. · NPS / Cindy Jacoby · Photo credits
A GOOD REASON TO GO

Granite cliffs & waterfalls

Yosemite’s granite walls and waterfalls create a powerful sense of arrival. Build a day around one part of the park, leaving room for a valley walk or viewpoint instead of spending the whole visit in traffic.

Granite dome with trace amounts of snow.
Half Dome is one of the most recognizable granitic formations in the world.
NPS / Cindy Jacoby

What to explore

  • Yosemite Valley
  • Glacier Point area
  • Mariposa Grove

Before you go

Check current entry arrangements, road openings and transport options. Waterfalls and high-country access vary greatly with season and conditions.

Allow time for the approach, interpretation and breaks. Check the specific facilities and walking surfaces your guests need.

Where to stay →Official visitor information ↗

Current access, reservations, fees and operating arrangements should be checked with the official operator or managing agency. Photographs can show earlier conditions.