Yosemite Valley

We’ll spend the day doing short walks along the valley floor to see the cliffs above. Many walks take us along the shores of the Merced River which goes from a raging flow in the spring to a trickle by late fall.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Yosemite Falls

We may hike partly up or to the top of Yosemite Falls – one of the tallest in the world!

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

El Capitan

We’ll stop to take in views of the massive granite wall. We may spend some time watching climbers make their way up with our binoculars.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bridalveil Fall

Take a short walk to the base of the falls and get splashed by its mist!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mirror Lake/Meadow Trail

We’ll take a hike to the peaceful and serene lake for views of Half Dome and North Dome.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Mist Trail

Depending on conditions, we may take the Mist Trail to Vernal Falls – get ready for a steep uphill climb and lots of waterfall spray. The views at the top make all the steps worth it!

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias

Wander through a grove of some of the largest living organisms on earth, the Giant Sequoia. Learn about how they’re uniquely adapted to this specific ecosystem and how they’ve survived for thousands of years.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Tuolumne Meadows

This two mile long meadow in the Yosemite High Country is home to mountain goats, mule deer, small mammals, and birds. We may take a leisurely hike to spot wildlife and breathe in the fresh air.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Four Mile Trail

More ambitious hikers may opt for a hike from the Valley Floor to its top with a hike up the Four Mile Trail to Glacier Point. This is a full day hike.

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Glacier Point

We’ll drive up Glacier Point road for views from above. Hikes may include Taft Point, Sentinel Dome, or a walk along the Panorama trail.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free