Yosemite - U. S. National Park Service First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more
Yosemite National Park - Wikipedia Yosemite National Park ( joʊˈsɛmɪti yoh-SEM-ih-tee[5]) is a national park of the United States in California [6][7] It is bordered on the southeast by the Sierra National Forest and on the northwest by Stanislaus National Forest
Yosemite National Park - Visit California Nearly the size of Rhode Island, Yosemite National Park dazzles with unforgettable natural beauty Most visitors head directly to Yosemite Valley, a 4,000-foot-deep trough lined by sheer cliffs of glacially sculpted rock
Plan Your Visit - Yosemite National Park (U. S. National Park Service) Top Things to Know A reservation is not required to enter Yosemite in 2026 The park entrance fee still applies when you arrive We strongly recommend that you make a reservation for lodging, camping, and backpacking Pack your patience: millions of people visit Yosemite from April through October