Yosemite national park is displayed on the yosemite falls usgs quad topo map. Make the most of your trip to yosemite with this 3in1 map that features a regional map of the central sierras, an enlarged map of yosemite park, and a magnified view of yosemite valley. The road guide to yosemite, published by the yosemite conservancy, is the national park guidebook of my dreams. Supertopo yosemite valley free climbs is the one to get for the yosemite valley. Greene 18572011 yosemite valley historic rockfall map 18572011 nps, 2011. Its also one of the easiest hikes in yosemite valley.
Yosemite trails is located 2 miles outside of yosemites south entrance, near the small community of fish camp. Tuolumne meadows region lembert domecathedral rangevoglesang backpacking map. This yosemite map shows most major park roads with notes about seasonal closings. Also, super convenient to buy the pdf, print, stuff in a binder and pull only the pages you need per each day of climbing. Following the gold rush, adventurous artists sought out the remote mountain valley, and their dramatic paintings and photographs made yosemite famous around the world. Anyone who is interested in visiting upper yosemite falls can print the free topographic map and street map using the link above. Yosemite map page courtesy of the national park service. Yosemite national park encompasses 1,169 square miles of gorgeous and rugged terrain, so its crucial to know not only the best way to get here, but how to successfully find your way around once youre in the park. The yosemite guide, a free newspaper available at park entrances, ranger stations, and other locations in the park, is your indispensable key to current park information. Find the best activities and attractions in yosemite national park for your trip. Tuolumne meadows to yosemite valley on the john muir trail, merced river to lake and over vogelsang to lyell canyon to donohue pass. More than 5 million people visit yosemite each year, the majority of them spending all of their time in yosemite valley. Download a free copy of the official yosemite national park map before your yosemite vacation. Drive approximately 15 minutes, prepare to turn 14 mile past the turnoff to glacier point road.
Trails illustrated yosemite national park trail map rei. I have been to yosemite a dozen times, and i still get excited every time. Robert firpocappiello budget travel bottom line if youre planning on exploring yosemite national park, then dont leave home without this essential resource. Department of the interior alley hiking map this publication provided by the yosemite fund through a generous gift from the jeangerard foundation. The grounds at the narrow gauge inn offer a seasonally heated swimming pool and bubbling hot tub, gift shop, and nature trails all surrounded by towering oak trees and pines. Exit yosemite valley to hwy 41 south, toward wawona and fresno. Upper yosemite falls is in the waterfalls category for mariposa county in the state of california. Yosemite cr ek hetch hetchy wilderness rpermit required i nsp irat o point nel tu nel u l ch inquap old i nsp irat o. See vernal and nevada falls closeup area map on reverse side osemite national park national park service u. Horseback riding tours yosemite trails horseback adventures. The yosemite valley is a wide glaciercarved valley, centrally located within yosemite national park in the western sierra nevada mountains of california. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from march until september. Its large 37 by 25 inches unfolded, with maps on both sides and includes detail maps of. Book now and enjoy yosemite from the privacy of your own private guided tour and the oneonone knowledge from your own professional naturalist guide.
Find out where to park by viewing this basic map of valley roads, day visitor parking, and shuttle bus information. Its a topographic map elevations listed in feet that shows all the hiking trails in yosemite, including distances in miles for each segment. Court medical clinic chapel yosemite village wilderness center museum the ahwahnee curry village yosemite lodge nature center at happy isles glacier point lower yosemite fall trail tunnel view mirror lake john muir trail paved bikeway and. Mar 31, 2020 yosemite national park is one of californias most popular attractions, and it is easy to see why. Arch rock entrance big oak flat entrance hetch hetchy entrance valley visitor center tuolumne meadows visitor center wawona information station summer only information station yosemite national park p a c i f i c c r e s t t r a i l p a c i f i c c r e s t. It lists ranger talks, facilities, services, and phone numbers, and provides much general information.
From the lower yosemite falls area, head west along the bike path until you see signs for the valley loop trail. In addition to our interactive map above, find detailed pdf maps of specific regions and trails for your outdoor adventure. Even though a lot of people take it, it seldom feels crowded, and youll be so absorbed in the scenery that you wont even notice when the road is nearby, especially when youre gawking at yosemite falls, half dome, glacier point, and royal arches. This beautifully rendered trails illustrated map offers colorful, comprehensive coverage of californias yosemite national park. Map of yosemite national park hotels and attractions on. With a few exceptions the 4mile, panorama, and pohono trails, these are roundtrip distances. A full day tour of yosemite national park in our comfortable, airconditioned buses. Yosemite national park topo map, mariposa county ca.
National park service, harpers ferry center, publications. Maps for hikers as with hiking books and flower books, there are many choices here and some of it is personal preference. You can also see an overview of the main hiking trails, but be sure to pick up an actual trail map before you head out into the. Visiting yosemite wilderness on foot visiting yosemite national park by road free wilderness permits are required yearround for all overnight trips into yosemite wilderness.
Yosemite national park is a united states national park and a unesco world heritage site located in the sierra nevada mountains in eastcentral california. Get free email communications from fodors travel, covering mustsee. Links to detailed maps with associated guide pages. Yosemite maps for visitors discover yosemite national park. Houses for rent in foresta yosemite national park forum. Campgrounds are also available outside yosemite park. Be sure to obtain and read a current copy of this publication when you arrive at yosemite. Such regulations shall provide for the preservation from injury or spoliation of all timber, mineral deposits, natural. One of the worlds most beautiful national parks is located right in our backyard. From the waterfallstriped granite walls buttressing emeraldgreen yosemite valley to the skyscraping giant sequoias catapulting into the air at mariposa grove, the place inspires a sense of awe and reverence four million visitors wend. Official information about yosemite national park campgrounds nps yosemite national.
Yosemite falls, california topographic map and nearby trails. Loaded with helpful information on camping, hiking, lodging, transportation, regulations, and safety, this map is an invaluable tool for casual park visitors and avid adventurers alike. A short stroll takes you to the neighboring property, which is the famous sugar pine railroad, for a scenic railroad excursion aboard a restored turn of the century live. For hikes that have more than one possible route, these tables list distance and elevation for the shortest route. If you have any questions dont hesitate to contact us at the yosemite highway 120 chamber of. Yosemite is internationally recognized for its spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, giant sequoia groves, and biological diversity. Betsy has been writing about california for nearly more than two decades as tripsavvys expert on the state. Posted by bay area buzz on march 29, 2017 february 19, 2020. Yosemite national park is one of californias most popular attractions, and it is easy to see why. Domes and spires soar thousands of feet above the floor of yosemite valley while some of the worlds highest waterfalls plunge over its cliffs. If you would like to download the entire map 2mb pdf file official park map. For a map of just yosemite valley in large pdf file format. John muir arrived in 1868, and his writings helped spur the creation of yosemite national park in 1890. Find out where to park by viewing this basic map of valley roads, day.
Yosemite national park is in the parks category for mariposa county in the state of california. Click on any of the maps below for details and directions. Upper yosemite falls is displayed on the yosemite falls usgs quad topo map. Only maps of campgrounds inside yosemite park are shown. Yosemite trails is located 2 miles outside of yosemite s south entrance, near the small community of fish camp. These private yosemite tours are perfect for anyone who wants to be captivated by yosemites wonders and mesmerized by its beauty. Useful maps of yosemite for planning hiking and travel plans while visiting yosemite national park. Historical maps of yosemite national park and yosemite valley 1850 to 1915 mostly of outlying cabins from yosemite. Valley shuttle valley visitor center shuttle system. The reid book is more comprehensive but less detailed and a bit outdated.
From the south just over an hour from fresno and only 25 minutes from oakhurst, head north on hwy 41, then 2 miles past the yosemite sugar pine rr turn right on jackson rd. For backcountry trails away from roads please use a detailed topographic map not these maps. Narrow gauge inn fish camp, ca yosemite national park. You may drive in and around yosemite valley though use of shuttle buses in yosemite valley is strongly encouraged. Use of these maps is subject to the disclaimer below. The park is magical with flowing waterfalls, thousands of miles of backcountry trails, and views that you have only seen in your dreams. Nov 26, 2019 download yosemite valley detail map pdf. Page 267 that said public park shall be under the exclusive control of the secretary of the interior, whose duty it shall be, as soon as practicable, to make and publish such rules and regulations as he may deem necessary or proper for the care and management of the same. Weve compiled the best of the best in yosemite national park browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
When you have eliminated the javascript, whatever remains must be an empty page. See my tick list if you want any specific beta on routes that ive. Continue past bridalveil falls and through the wawona tunnel. Using this guide, you can find out all the areas to. Be prepared for rapidlychanging weather conditions. If you have any questions dont hesitate to contact us at the yosemite highway 120 chamber of commerce and visitor center at 12099620429.
Yosemite valley was first settled by the ahwahneechee indians. Visitors to yosemite national park can choose from a wide variety of lodging accommodations in yosemite valley and elsewhere in the park, including a luxury hotel, suites, motelstyle rooms, conventional cabins, canvassided tent cabins, and other more primitive lodgings. Anyone who is interested in visiting yosemite national park can print the free topographic map and street map using the link above. Our most popular book, the road guide is keyed to roadside markers throughout yosemite, and provides interesting facts and stories about the park for trav. The yosemite valley was carved out mostly by glacier activity that moved through the area during the last ice age, and it follows the path of the merced river. I am looking at them as an alternative to staying in the park,near the valley, without all 5 of us being cramped into a hotel room or needing to have two rooms. Yosemite sightseeing tours private guided yosemite tours. Free guide maps yosemite national park forum tripadvisor. We read from other travelers that the hotel doesnt have any brochuresmaps for their guests. Yosemite national park covers nearly 1,200 square mileswe dont have a simple address. Recommended fodors video map view close map filter. Yosemite valley visitor center little yosemite valley summer only leconte memorial lodge valley view u. Its large 37 by 25 inches unfolded, with maps on both sides and includes detail maps of yosemite valley and tuolumne meadows. Wed like to familiarize ourselves and plan our trip.
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