A glacial gorge guarded by the 3,000-foot granite monolith of El Capitan and the sheer face of Half Dome; the mist from the 2,425-foot Yosemite Falls creates permanent rainbows in the spring; drive through Tunnel View at dawn when the valley floor is carpeted in white oak meadows and the granite walls are still steel-blue; the scent of crushed pine needles and cold stone is inescapable.
About Yosemite Valley
A glacial gorge guarded by the 3,000-foot granite monolith of El Capitan and the sheer face of Half Dome; the mist from the 2,425-foot Yosemite Falls creates permanent rainbows in the spring; drive through Tunnel View at dawn when the valley floor is carpeted in white oak meadows and the granite walls are still steel-blue; the scent of crushed pine needles and cold stone is inescapable.
Yosemite Valley, United States
Why Visit
Yosemite Valley is one of United States's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Yosemite Valley is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in United States.
