Yosemite National Park is in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. Yosemite National Park is famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees, and for Tunnel View, the iconic vista of towering Bridalveil Fall and the granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome.
Horsetail Falls is a waterfall located in Yosemite National Park, California, United States. It is a seasonal waterfall that flows over the eastern edge of El Capitan, one of the most iconic rock formations in the park.
Yosemite Valley is a census-designated place in Mariposa County, California. Yosemite Valley's 2010 population was at 1,035. The valley is about 7.5 miles (12 km) long and approximately 3000-3500 feet deep, surrounded by high granite summits such as Half Dome and El Capitan, and densely forested with pines.
Half Dome is a granite dome formation located in Yosemite National Park, California, USA. It is one of the most iconic and recognizable landmarks in the park and is a popular hiking destination for visitors from around the world.
Glacier Point is a popular lookout point located in Yosemite National Park in California, USA. It is located at an elevation of 7,214 feet (2,199 meters) and offers breathtaking panoramic views of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and other iconic landmarks in the park.
Mariposa Grove is a grove of Giant Sequoia trees located in Yosemite National Park, California, United States. The grove contains over 500 mature Giant Sequoia trees, which are among the largest and oldest living organisms on the planet.
Yosemite Falls is a stunning waterfall located in Yosemite National Park in California, USA. It is one of the tallest waterfalls in North America, with a total height of 2,425 feet (739 meters) from the top of the upper fall to the base of the lower fall.
The Grizzly Giant is a giant sequoia tree located in Mariposa Grove, Yosemite National Park, near Fish Camp, California. The tree is estimated to be around 1,800 years old and is one of the largest trees in the world, standing at over 200 feet (61 meters) tall and measuring over 30 feet (9 meters) in diameter at its base.
Valley View Yosemite is a scenic viewpoint located in Wawona, California, within Yosemite National Park. From this viewpoint, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the Merced River and the surrounding granite cliffs and forests.
Mariposa is a charming town located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains in central California, USA. The town is the county seat of Mariposa County and is known for its rich history, stunning natural scenery, and proximity to Yosemite National Park. The population was 2,173 at the 2010 census
Tenaya Lake is an alpine lake in Yosemite National Park, located between Yosemite Valley and Tuolumne Meadows. The surface of Tenaya Lake has an elevation of 8,150 feet (2,484 m).[1] The lake basin was formed by glacial action, which left a backdrop of light granite rocks, whose beauty was known to the Native Americans.
Bear Valley is a small unincorporated community located in Mariposa County, California, USA. It is situated in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, about 12 miles south of the town of Mariposa. The population was 156 at the 2020 census.
Mariposa County is a picturesque and historically rich county located in the central Sierra Nevada region of California. It is part of the Gold Country and is adjacent to the Sierra National Forest and Yosemite National Park. It is known for its stunning natural landscapes, including Yosemite National Park, as well as its gold rush history.
Wawona is a historic and picturesque village located within Yosemite National Park in California. It's situated in the southern part of the park, not far from the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. The population was 111 at the 2020 census.
Just 2.5 hours from the San Francisco Bay Area and 45 minutes from Yosemite National Park and Mariposa, Coulterville serves as the golden gateway to unmatched outdoor recreation and is the perfect base camp for a true Mother Lode experience. Coulterville had a population of 115 at the 2020 census,[3] down from 201 at the 2010 census.
Yosemite Trails Horseback Adventures is a small, family run business providing a personalized horse riding experience. No previous horse riding experience necessary. All trail rides start with a hands-on riding lesson in an arena before you depart. The riding stock is ranch raised American Quarter Horses, not mules and trails cross through streams so you get the exhilaration of riding your horse through water.
Catheys Valley is ranch land, with some of the richest grazing areas in the state. The western portions of Mariposa County encompass rolling foothills, dotted with oaks and some pine trees. But these western foothills hold more than cattle and sheep. There are many attractions for both the outdoor enthusiast and the historian.
Horseshoe Bend Overlook in Coulterville, California, is a scenic viewpoint offering breathtaking views of the Horseshoe Bend along the Tuolumne River. This destination is lesser-known compared to its more famous counterpart, Horseshoe Bend in Arizona, but it offers a serene and picturesque experience for nature enthusiasts.
