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Take an electric road trip through Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia national parks.

AirBorrn Aviation / Yosemite Airways offers affordable scenic flights with views of El Capitan, Half Dome and more.

From giant redwoods to bucolic vineyards to a rich and storied agriculture scene, here are the coastal stops to take before heading inland to Yosemite.

One of only three ski areas with lifts in national parks.

Take a deep breath and recharge.

Wide open spaces and real people.

It’s just a few miles from Yosemite’s famous Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias full of the world’s largest single trees. But you’ll feel worlds away from everything at Tenaya at Yosemite.

The highest and lowest point in the lower 48.

Don't miss this inspiring view and a mission built in 1786.

Forty-five minutes from Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, you can lose the fog and city’s high prices and delve into a vibrant wine, coffee and ice cream scene.

Scramble to the top of one of Yosemite’s easiest-to-access granite domes: Sentinel.

See unique perspectives of some of the park’s most iconic sights when you hike to the shores of a snow-fed lake and a mountain summit.

Just about every bend in Tioga Road reveals another awesome view, but here are 3 you won't want to miss on the eastern section at Tioga Pass.

Get jaw-dropping views when you hike the 2.2-mile trail to Taft Point.

Peel off the California coastal Hwy. 101 to wine country on your way to Yosemite.

Pack in all the best things to see, do and eat on this incredible 2-Day itinerary to Yosemite National Park

See and interact with animals from around the world in natural habitats at this award-winning zoo.

After 50 years, the California red-legged frog made famous in Mark Twain’s short story The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County is returning to Yosemite as of 2016.

Classic hotel near Yosemite National Park's South Entrance

Explore Yosemite's backcountry courtesy of sure-footed horses and mules.

From bird-filled wetlands to local wine and diverse cuisine, Elk Grove is a great stop on the way to Yosemite.

From underground gardens to a world-class zoo, Fresno is the perfect place to start a national park road trip.

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Learn to cook like a pro and avoid common mistakes when you’re cooking at a campsite.

From hotel rooms to rustic cabins, you’ll find your perfect getaway at Kings Canyon National Park.

Want to sleep under the stars but prefer to skip sleeping bags, dirt and pit toilets? Try glamping near national parks across America.

Elevate your national park vacation when you and your family spend the night at a glamping camp.

For a lesser-traveled waterfall trail, Chilnualna Falls offers a shady and misty challenge.

With fewer crowds than in Yosemite Valley, this walk through the forest to Wawona Swinging Bridge is quaint and quiet.

Inspiration Point is a photographer’s dream as it showcases gorgeous views of Yosemite Valley without the crowds.

Yosemite is a fantastic place to explore, but don’t get so carried away with the magnificent views that you leave your common sense behind, especially when you are trying to get the ultimate selfie. Every year, people die in Yosemite, often without them fully comprehending the dangers associated with what they were doing.

Enjoy the view on this short scenic route that joins up with Yosemite's Tioga Pass Entrance

Discover the hidden gems of California’s beautiful—and sometimes rugged—central coast.

After a short walk, see one of the most photographed waterfalls in the park and feel its mist from the viewing platform.

Half Dome is a world-renowned 8,800-foot landmark in Yosemite. Learn how the dome was formed, the best places to view it and  how to hike it.

Mariposa is the largest of the three groves inside Yosemite with about 500 mature sequoias.

Explore San Francisco before heading inland to sample Northern California’s amazing food and wines on this epic adventure en route to Yosemite.

Skip the parking hassles in Yosemite

Follow our guide by picking what you want to see in Yosemite.

Trek along Yosemite Valley’s south wall down to the valley floor for 360° views of the park’s famous rock formations and waterfalls.